Two suspected car thieves have been apprehended by the Katsina State Police Command, which also rejected a bribe of one million naira offered by the suspects in a bid to evade justice. The police were able to recover a stolen vehicle and other exhibits from the suspects. The arrest was confirmed in a statement issued by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Abubakar Sadiq, on Wednesday.
The incident occurred on April 11, 2025, at approximately 3:00 PM, when officers attached to the Border Patrol Zone 4 in Katsina were on routine patrol along Birnin Kuka village in Mashi Local Government Area. The police flagged down a green Toyota Corolla LE, driven by 26-year-old Mubarak Kabir and 27-year-old Adamu Hashim, both from Kurna quarters, Fagge Local Government Area in Kano State.
Upon conducting preliminary investigations, it was revealed that the vehicle had been stolen from the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. In a desperate attempt to avoid arrest, the suspects offered the officers a bribe of ₦1,000,000. However, the police team rejected the bribe, demonstrating their commitment to upholding the law. The two suspects are currently in custody while investigations continue.
In addition to the stolen vehicle, the police recovered ₦1,000,000 in cash, three mobile phones, a power bank, and a set of car keys from the suspects. Ongoing investigations are focused on determining the full extent of their involvement in criminal activities. Updates on the case will be provided as the investigation progresses.
Katsina State Commissioner of Police, CP Bello Shehu, praised the officers for their integrity and dedication to their duties. He reiterated the police command’s commitment to protecting the lives and property of the people in Katsina State while ensuring a high standard of professionalism and respect for human rights.
