Two Suspected Robbers Arrested in Bauchi

The Bauchi State police command has arrested two suspected armed robbers and recovered a stolen motorcycle, among other items, from their victims in the Bauchi metropolis. The suspects, Uzairu Rabiu and Hafizu Abdullahi, invaded a house with machetes on Friday at about 3:00 a.m., in the Rafin Makaranta area, and attacked and macheted the victim on the head, robbing him and his friend of valuable items.

The stolen items included a Haojue Motorcycle, unregistered mobile phones – Samsung S32 and Vivo 5Q, bluetooth devices, power banks, an MP3 player, perfume, and a cash sum of ₦45,000.00. A patrol team attached to ‘C’ Division, Bauchi, swiftly swung into action and immediately commenced trailing the culprits, leading to the arrest of the two suspects on November 7, 2026.

The police recovered the stolen Haojue motorcycle, two mobile phones, and a Bluetooth device from the suspects. The victim is currently receiving treatment at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH), Bauchi, and his condition is steadily improving. The police said efforts are being intensified to arrest the third suspect, who remains at large, and recover the remaining stolen items.

According to Nafiu Habib, the police command’s spokesman, the suspects are from the Zawiyya area and Gubi Village, Bauchi. He stated that investigations are ongoing and the suspects would be charged in court upon completion. The police command is working to ensure that the suspects are brought to justice and that the victims receive the necessary support.

The arrest of the two suspects is a significant breakthrough in the case, and the police are hopeful that they will be able to recover the remaining stolen items and apprehend the third suspect. The incident highlights the need for increased vigilance and cooperation between the police and the community to prevent and combat crime.

The Bauchi State police command is urging residents to be cautious and report any suspicious activities to the authorities. The command is also working to strengthen its patrol teams and improve its response to distress calls. The arrest of the two suspects demonstrates the command's commitment to maintaining law and order in the state.

The case is a reminder of the importance of community policing and the need for residents to work together with the police to prevent and combat crime. The police command is calling on residents to provide any information that may lead to the arrest of the third suspect and the recovery of the stolen items.

Key points

• The police command is intensifying efforts to arrest the third suspect and recover the remaining stolen items.
• The suspects will be charged in court upon completion of investigations.
• The incident highlights the need for increased vigilance and cooperation between the police and the community to prevent and combat crime.