Kano State Police Command has apprehended 12 illegal immigrants and 33 individuals suspected of various criminal activities.
The Commissioner of Police, Mr. Mohammed Usaini-Gumel, confirmed the arrests during a press briefing held on Wednesday.
The illegal immigrants, hailing from Mali and Niger Republic, were discovered in a residence situated in Hotoro Yandodo Quarters, Kano.
These individuals had recently been deported from Saudi Arabia, resorting to altering their fingerprints with razor cuts to evade detection.
The commissioner said; βThe immigrants have wounds after altering their fingerprints with razor cuts to evade detection by Saudi Arabian authorities.
βThe 33 other suspects were arrested for various offences, which include armed robbery, theft, kidnapping and possession of illicit weapons, among others.β
Additionally, the police recovered an assortment of incriminating items, including 46 mobile phones, 21 sim cards, knives, a cutlass, a toy gun, and a set of master keys from the immigrants’ abode.
The police also found sachets of diazepam tablets, 79 exol tablets, and 98 wraps of dry leaves that were suspected to be Indian hemp.
The suspects will face legal proceedings once the investigation is concluded.
Commissioner Usaini-Gumel expressed his appreciation for the continuous support, cooperation, and understanding of the state’s residents in the ongoing battle against crime.
He commended the efforts of the police force and urged officers to remain dedicated, skilled, and resolute in their mission to combat criminal activities.
To ensure the safety and well-being of the public, the Kano State Police Command has provided emergency contact numbers: 08032419754, 08123821575, and 09029292926.
By strengthening their collective vigilance and swift response to criminal activities, the residents of Kano State can contribute to the overall security and peace in their community.
