Police Intercepts Bandit, Recover AK-47 Rifle, Motorcycle in Nasarawa
Lafia (Core Reporters) The Nasarawa State Police Command on Saturday, June 7, 2025 recorded another success in its internal security arrangement as it intercepted a bandit who was carrying arms and recovered AK-47 rifle and a suspected stolen motorcycle.
According to a statement by the command Public Relations Officer, SP Ramhan Nansel, “The Nasarawa State Police Command is pleased to inform the general public of a significant operational success recorded by officers of the Giza Division in Keana Local Government Area.
“On June 7, 2025, at about 1600hrs, the Commissioner of Police, Nasarawa State Command, CP Shetima Jauro Mohammed, received credible intelligence regarding the movement of a suspected criminal transporting arms and ammunition. Acting swiftly on this report, the Commissioner ordered a coordinated manhunt to apprehend the suspect.
“In compliance with these directives, police operatives from Giza Division mounted a strategic stop-and-search operation along the Giza-Kadarko Road. During the operation, a suspicious individual riding an unregistered Bajaj motorcycle was intercepted. However, upon being flagged down for questioning, the suspect abandoned the motorcycle and fled into a nearby bush, evading immediate arrest.
“A subsequent search of the abandoned motorcycle led to the recovery of the following items: One (1) AK-47 rifle (Breach No. 0413), Two (2) magazines and Forty-five (45) rounds of 7.62x39mm live ammunition,”
The statement further stated that, “This recovery strongly suggests a connection to criminal activity, and efforts are currently underway to apprehend the fleeing suspect and trace the origin and intended use of the recovered firearm and ammunition.
“The Nasarawa State Police Command remains resolute in its commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all residents. We urge members of the public to remain vigilant and to promptly report any suspicious activity to the nearest police station or via our emergency contact lines.”
