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Kano police nab wanted thug, 'Sankolo', over kidnapping, phone snatching

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Kano police nab wanted thug, 'Sankolo', over kidnapping, phone snatching

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Kano Police Nab Wanted Thug 'Sankolo' Over Kidnapping, Phone Snatching

The Kano State Police Command has arrested Abubakar Isma'il, commonly known as 'Sankolo', a notorious thug linked to various criminal activities in Rimin Kebe and its surrounding areas. The arrest comes as a result of intelligence gathered following the capture of another suspect, Umar Usman, alias 'Ta'ambo', on November 5th.

According to the police spokesperson, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, preliminary investigations have revealed that 'Sankolo' was involved in numerous cases of thuggery and mobile phone robbery in the region. The suspect has confessed to orchestrating attacks, intimidating residents, and stealing mobile phones and other valuables.

The arrest has been welcomed by residents and community leaders, with the Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, commending the professionalism and swift action of officers from the Zango Division.

The police are currently holding 'Sankolo' in custody as investigations into his criminal activities continue. Once the investigation is concluded, the suspect will be charged to court.

The Kano State Police Command has arrested Abubakar Isma'il, commonly known as 'Sankolo', a notorious thug linked to various criminal activities in Rimin Kebe and its surrounding areas. This arrest follows the intelligence gathered after the capture of another suspect, Umar Usman, alias 'Ta'ambo', on November 5th.

Initial investigations have indicated that 'Sankolo' was involved in several cases of thuggery and mobile phone snatching in the region. The suspect has confessed to orchestrating attacks, intimidating residents, and stealing mobile phones and other valuables.

The arrest has been welcomed by residents and community leaders, with the Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, commending the professionalism and swift action of officers from the Zango Division.

'Sankolo' is currently in police custody as investigations into his criminal activities continue. Once the investigation is concluded, the suspect will be charged to court.

The Kano State Police Command has apprehended Abubakar Isma'il, also known as 'Sankolo', a notorious thug linked to various criminal activities in Rimin Kebe and its surrounding areas. This arrest comes after intelligence gathered following the capture of another suspect, Umar Usman, alias 'Ta'ambo', on November 5th.

Initial investigations have revealed that 'Sankolo' was involved in several instances of thuggery and mobile phone snatching in the region. The suspect has confessed to orchestrating attacks, intimidating residents, and stealing mobile phones and other valuable items.

The arrest has been welcomed by residents and community leaders, with the Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, commending the professionalism and swift action of officers from the Zango Division.

'Sankolo' is currently in police custody as investigations into his criminal activities continue. Once the investigation is complete, the suspect will be charged to court.

Kano Police Arrest Notorious Thug 'Sankolo' Over Kidnapping, Phone Snatching Crimes

The Kano State Police Command has apprehended Abubakar Isma'il, also known as 'Sankolo', a notorious thug linked to several criminal activities in Rimin Kebe and its neighboring areas. This arrest comes after intelligence gathering following the arrest of another suspect, Umar Usman, alias 'Ta'ambo', on November 5th.

Initial investigations have revealed that 'Sankolo' was involved in multiple instances of thuggery and mobile phone snatching in the region. The suspect has confessed to orchestrating attacks, intimidating residents, and stealing mobile phones and other valuable items.

The arrest has been welcomed by residents and community leaders, with the Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, commending the professionalism and swift action of officers from the Zango Division.

'Sankolo' is currently in police custody as investigations into his criminal activities continue. Once the investigation is complete, the suspect will be charged to court.

Kano Police Arrest Notorious Thug 'Sankolo' Over Kidnapping, Phone Snatching Crimes

The Kano State Police Command has apprehended Abubakar Isma'il, also known as 'Sankolo', a notorious thug linked to several criminal activities in Rimin Kebe and its neighboring areas. This arrest comes after intelligence gathering following the arrest of another suspect, Umar Usman, alias 'Ta'ambo', on November 5th.

Initial investigations have revealed that 'Sankolo' was involved in multiple instances of thuggery and mobile phone snatching in the region. The suspect has confessed to orchestrating attacks, intimidating residents, and stealing mobile phones and other valuable items.</<p><small>Source: Daily Post Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>

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