The Bauchi State Police Command in its commitment to ensuring public safety and security,apprehended a auspected vandal and recovered 95 stolen rail line components.
SP Ahmed Wakil Public Relations Officer of the Bauchi State Police Command in a statement on Thursday,September 26,2024 said the Police acting on credible information provided by the Bauchi Scraps and Wastes Dealers Association, the Command arrested Heli Hassan, 29 years of age, and seized 95 rail track components.
He said the suspect confessed to conspired with one Jacob Sulaiman (currently at large) to vandalize and steal critical rail track components on the 24th of September, 2024, at about 2300 hours, in the vicinity of Inkil quarters, Bauchi.
SP Wakil stated that the distressing incident poses a substantial threat to public safety and represents a severe act of economic sabotage as it pertains to a crucial infrastructure linking the Inkil community with Gombe State.
The Police Image Maker stated that the case has been meticulously documented for a comprehensive investigation, and measures are underway to apprehend Jacob Sulaiman, who remains at large.
“This achievement underscores the Command’s resolute dedication to safeguarding public assets and ensuring citizens’ safety through collaborative community efforts. The Commissioner of Police Bauchi State Police Command CP Auwal Musa Muhammad psc Anipr urges members of the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities using the following emergency contacts:
08151849417″ SP Wakil said.