{
  "id": 9763915,
  "title": "Police arrest suspected cattle rustlers, recover 8 cows in Jigawa",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/25/police-arrest-suspected-cattle-rustlers-recover-8-cows-in-jigawa",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-25T11:01:30.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Trust",
    "slug": "daily-trust",
    "url": "https://dailytrust.com/police-arrest-suspected-cattle-rustlers-recover-8-cows-in-jigawa/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In Jigawa State, police have apprehended seven suspects linked to a cattle-rustling gang suspected of operating in Garki, Jahun, and Miga Local Government Areas. The arrests came about after the public reported suspicious activities, leading to targeted patrols. During these operations, two vehicles used by the suspects for illicit activities were seized. Additionally, eight cows were recovered, believed to have been stolen. The police public relations officer, DSP Lawan Shiisu Adam, shared these details in a statement on September 24, 2026. Among the arrested individuals were Sulaiman Tijjani, 20, from Gunka Village, Jahun LGA; Abdullahi Musa, 40, from Chai-Chai Village, Ringim LGA; and others. Police Commissioner, CP Tijjani Murtala, praised the officers' vigilance and the public's role in providing crucial information, which led to the arrests and livestock recovery. He also noted that the seven suspects are now in custody and aiding investigations. Efforts are ongoing to locate other suspected gang members and recover more stolen livestock. The police urge the public to keep supplying credible information to prevent cattle rustling and other crimes.",
  "summary": "The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested seven suspected members of a cattle-rustling syndicate allegedly operating across Garki, Jahun and Miga Local Government Areas of the state. The suspects were arrested by police operatives during routine patrols following actionable intelligence and information provided by members of the public concerning the activities of the suspects. The […]",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}