The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested two suspected armed robbers in Azare town, Katagum Local Government Area, after they were found with two locally made firearms and a stolen motorcycle.
The command’s spokesman, Mr. Ahmad Wakil, told journalists on Sunday that the incident occurred on Saturday around 5:00 am when police received an alert from a resident in the Gandum Wambai area.
“The caller reported that armed men had raided his business, GKY Food and Oil Mills, and fled with a motorcycle after threatening the occupants with guns,” Wakil said.
He explained that officers from the Azare Divisional Police Headquarters, working with local vigilantes, pursued the suspects and arrested them at Lafiya village along the Lafiya–Gwasame road.
Items recovered included the stolen Bajaj motorcycle and two locally made guns.
The Commissioner of Police, Sani-Omolori Aliyu, commended the officers and vigilance group for their swift action and reassured the public of the command’s commitment to protecting lives and property across the state.
Wakil added that investigations are ongoing to determine if the suspects are connected to a larger criminal network.
He urged residents to stay alert and report any suspicious activities to help maintain peace and security.
