FCT Police Arrest Man Attempting to Supply 1,000 Rounds of Ammunition to Zamfara Bandits
Suspect Nabbed in Gwagwalada
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has apprehended a 32-year-old man, Ahmed Abubakar, for allegedly attempting to supply 1,000 rounds of ammunition to bandits operating in Zamfara State.
Police Commissioner CP Miller G. Dantawaye disclosed the arrest to newsmen at the Command Headquarters in Abuja on Wednesday. He explained that the suspect was arrested on Monday around 3:30 p.m. by the command’s tactical team following credible intelligence at Unguwar Dodo in Gwagwalada Area Council.
Investigation Uncovers Wider Criminal Network
According to the CP, preliminary investigations revealed that Abubakar had been in contact with an associate, Yusuf Mohammed, as part of plans to procure and transport the ammunition to a forest hideout in Zamfara.
He further stated, “Our investigation revealed that he was sent by his uncle, Ahmed Yakubu, who is believed to be a key accomplice and currently at large, to purchase and transport the ammunition for criminal elements operating within their locality in Zamfara.”
Akahi News gathered that efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing accomplice and dismantle the criminal network behind the attempted arms supply.
Police Vow to Protect Residents
The FCT Police Commissioner reiterated the command’s commitment to ensuring the safety of residents and ridding the FCT and its environs of crime.
He urged members of the public to remain vigilant and support law enforcement by reporting suspicious activities. The public was advised to use the command’s emergency lines: 0803 200 3913, 0806 158 1938, and 0902 222 2352.
The arrest of Ahmed Abubakar highlights ongoing security challenges and the proactive measures of the FCT Police Command in preventing the flow of arms to criminal elements. Law enforcement authorities continue to investigate and work towards dismantling networks that threaten national security.
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