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Police nab four alleged vehicle thieves in Kano

The police command in Kano has arrested four suspects in possession of three stolen vehicles during an operation on Thursday and Friday.

• October 12, 2026

The police command in Kano has arrested four suspects in possession of three stolen vehicles during an operation on Thursday and Friday.

The command said in a statement on Monday that operatives recovered a Toyota Corolla, a Toyota Hiace minibus, and a Mitsubishi Canter truck.

The arrest was made, and three stolen vehicles were recovered in operations conducted between Thursday and Friday.

“The recovered vehicles include a Toyota Corolla, Toyota Hiace minibus and Mitsubishi Canter truck,” said the police. “The suspects are undergoing investigation and will be charged to court upon completion.”

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