Adamawa police detain 58 suspected criminals

The State Police Command of Adamawa has apprehended 58 suspected criminals after a raid across different areas in the state.

The Adamawa State Commissioner of Police, Mr Dankombo Morris, made this when he addressed newsmen in Yola, the state capital, on Tuesday.

According to Morris, the suspects comprised 40 young men who were believed to be members of a notorious group named ‘Shila Boys’.

He further said, “Eleven of them were arrested for kidnapping, while seven were arrested for armed robbery.

“We have since commenced discreet investigations on their cases, and we will soon prosecute those found culpable in the court of law.”

He further revealed that a Toyota Prado Jeep with registration No.ABJ344HX and one 18-seat bus with registration No.RSH79FA was recovered from the suspects.

“Other items are two AK 47 rifles with 25 rounds of live ammunition, N10,690.00 cash, a leather containing charms and rings,1 power bank, and two GSM Handsets.

“I hereby solicit for the cooperation and understanding of the general public, especially by volunteering useful information to the police.’’

He guaranteed to work in close collaboration with sister security agencies for effective service delivery.