Police detain notorious kidnapper in Kaduna, recover firearms, 27 ammunition

Abdulrahman of Karshi confessed to being involved in several kidnapping incidents in Ikara LGA of Kaduna.

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The Kaduna State Police Command on Wednesday, August 7. 2024, said its officers have arrested and detained a notorious kidnapper, Abdulrahman of Karshi.

ASP Mansir Hassan, the command’s spokesperson said firearms and 27 live ammunition were recovered from Abdulrahman by operatives of the Anti-kidnapping unit of the Police.

He said, “The suspect, identified as Abdulrahman of Karshi, Abuja, was arrested in possession of an AK-47 rifle along with twenty-seven (27) rounds of live ammunition in Karshi.

“Upon interrogation, Abdulrahman confessed to being involved in several kidnappings in Ikara Local Government Area (LGA) of Kaduna State.”

According to Mr Hassan, the suspect would be prosecuted upon the completion of preliminary investigations by the Police while, the Commissioner of Police, Audu  Dabigi, has commended the officers involved for their exemplary work.

Mr Hassan also assured the public of the command’s unwavering commitment to the protection of lives and property throughout the state.