RismadarVoice Reporters, April 24, 2026
The Nigeria Police Force has arrested three suspected members of an armed robbery syndicate and recovered 10 stolen vehicles in Kaduna State.
The operation, carried out by operatives of the Force Intelligence Department–Special Tactical Squad (FID-STS), led to the arrest of Abubakar Musa (36), Hassan Umar (30), and Joshua Raphael (20) on March 16, 2026.
According to police authorities, preliminary investigations identified Musa as a dismissed corporal of the Nigerian Army who allegedly impersonated a serving soldier to evade arrest while carrying out criminal activities with his accomplices.
The syndicate is believed to have specialised in stealing and trafficking vehicles, often altering or removing registration details to conceal their identity.
Police said the operation led to the recovery of 10 vehicles of different brands, including Toyota Hilux trucks, Toyota Corolla cars, a Pontiac Vibe GT, Honda and Lexus models, as well as a Toyota RAV4 SUV. Some of the vehicles were reportedly recovered without registration numbers.
The police added that efforts are ongoing to apprehend other fleeing members of the group and recover more stolen items.
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, commended the operatives for the successful operation, reaffirming the Force’s commitment to tackling crime and ensuring the safety of lives and property across the country.
