The Kano State Police Command arrested a notorious armed robber, Hassan Iliya, and recovered two AK-47 rifles, 47 rounds of live ammunition, and nearly \u20a65 million in cash. <\/p>\n
The arrest followed a violent robbery in Yandadi Village, Kunchi Local Government Area, where a gang had stolen \u20a615 million.<\/p>\n
According to SP Abdullahi Kiyawa, Kano State Police Public Relations Officer, Iliya, a 35-year-old from Alhazawa Village, Katsina State, was apprehended while attempting to flee on a motorcycle.<\/p>\n
The police\u2019s prompt response, led by an intelligence-driven patrol, resulted in the seizure of the stolen funds and weapons.<\/p>\n
The robbery occurred around 2:00 AM on August 5th, with the assailants assaulting the victim and fleeing with the money. <\/p>\n
The police swiftly arrested Iliya just hours after the crime was reported.<\/p>\n
State Commissioner of Police, CP Salman Garba, praised the officers for their efficiency and urged the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities. <\/p>\n
Despite ongoing nationwide protests, CP Garba assured that the police remain dedicated to ensuring public safety.<\/p>\n
The investigation is ongoing, with efforts to apprehend any accomplices. <\/p>\n
The suspect is expected to face charges in court once the investigation concludes.<\/p>\n
Residents of Yandadi Village have expressed relief and appreciation for the police’s swift action.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
The Kano State Police Command arrested a notorious armed robber, Hassan Iliya, and recovered two AK-47 rifles, 47 rounds of live ammunition, and nearly \u20a65 million in cash. The arrest followed a violent robbery in Yandadi Village, Kunchi Local Government Area, where a gang had stolen \u20a615 million. According to SP Abdullahi Kiyawa, Kano State […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":142013,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[69],"tags":[151,152],"class_list":{"0":"post-142012","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-general","8":"tag-armed-robbery","9":"tag-kano-police"},"yoast_head":"\n