Three arrested in Kano over pretend N75m financial institution alert for automotive buy

The Kano State Police Command says it has arrested three suspects over the alleged buy of a luxurious automobile utilizing a pretend financial institution switch alert.

The arrests have been disclosed in a press release issued by Abdullahi Kiyawa, police spokesperson, on Friday.

“Operatives of its Particular Intervention Squad apprehended Ibrahim Tijjani, Jamilu Auwal and Mohammed Nura Dauda on January 28 at Kabuga Quarters in Kano after receiving credible data,” the assertion reads.

“The suspects allegedly acquired a white Mercedes-Benz GLE in Gwarinpa, Abuja, for ₦75 million with a fraudulent switch notification.

“The pretend alert was reportedly generated and despatched by one Ibrahim Yahaya, who’s presently at massive.”

Ibrahim Bakori, commissioner of police in Kano state, mentioned the operation aligned with the directive of Kayode Egbetokun, inspector-general of police, on intelligence-driven policing and sustained visibility patrols.

“This arrest underscores the Command’s resolve to clamp down on monetary crimes and different legal actions via proactive and intelligence-led policing,” Bakori mentioned.

He recommended officers of the Particular Intervention Squad for his or her “professionalism, dedication, and swift response” throughout the operation.

Bakori mentioned the recovered Mercedes-Benz automobile has been transferred to the Federal Capital Territory police command to help additional investigation.

The police commissioner urged residents to stay alert and cooperate with safety companies in combating crime throughout the state.

“We encourage residents to promptly report suspicious actions to the closest police station or via our emergency strains,” he mentioned.

The command reaffirmed its dedication to defending lives and property in Kano whereas assuring the general public that efforts have been ongoing to arrest the fleeing suspect and prosecute all these concerned.