BAUCHI STATE POLICE COMMAND
PRESS RELEASE
TWO SUSPECTED ARMED ROBBERS ARRESTED, STOLEN MOTORCYCLE RECOVERED, AS YOUNG VICTIM FIGHTS TO RECOVER IN HOSPITAL
The Bauchi State Police Command remains resolute in its fight against violent crimes, and will continue to pursue, arrest and prosecute criminal elements who threaten the lives and property of innocent citizens.
In line with this resolve, operatives of the Command have arrested two suspected armed robbers, and recovered a stolen motorcycle and other items robbed from their victims in Bauchi metropolis.
On 6th November, 2026, at about 0300hrs, three men armed with machetes stormed the house of a 26 years old man, located at Rafin Makaranta Area, Bauchi.
Thereafter, the suspects attacked and macheted the victim on the head, and robbed him and his friend, resident of Makera Area, Bauchi, of the following items:
1. Haojue Motorcycle, unregistered
2. Mobile Phones - Samsung S32 and Vivo 5Q
3. Bluetooth Devices
4. Power Banks
5. MP3 Player
6. Perfume
7. Cash sum of ₦45, 000. 00
Upon receipt of the report, a patrol team attached to 'C' Division, Bauchi, swiftly swung into action and immediately commenced trailing of the culprits.
Consequently, on the 7th November, 2026 two suspects were arrested in connection with the case, namely:
1. Uzairu Rabiu a.k.a. Gwano, of Zawiyya Area, Bauchi
2. Hafizu Abdullahi a.k.a. Tora, of Gubi Village, Bauchi
Furthermore, the stolen Haojue motorcycle, two mobile phones and a Bluetooth device were recovered from the suspects.
Meanwhile, the victim is currently receiving treatment at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH), Bauchi, and his condition is steadily improving.
In addition, effort is being intensified to arrest the third suspect, who is still at large, and to recover the remaining stolen items.
Investigation is ongoing, and the suspects will be charged to court upon completion of investigation.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu, mni, psc (+), has commended the patrol team for their swift response and gallantry, which led to the prompt arrest and recovery.
He further warns criminals to desist from violent crimes, as the Command will not relent in its efforts to rid the State of armed robbery and other heinous crimes.
Accordingly, the CP urges members of the public to continue to provide timely and credible information to the Police, as such partnership remains key to effective crime prevention and control.
SP Nafiu Habib, ANIPR, FFIS
Police Public Relations Officer
For: COMMISSIONER OF POLICE
8th November, 2026.
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