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Police arrest suspected phone snatcher, five others in Bauchi
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Police arrest suspected phone snatcher, five others in Bauchi

The Bauchi State Police Command arrested a suspected phone snatcher and five individuals linked to violent incidents in the Bauchi metropolis. On August 25, 2026, a 25-year-old man was attacked during a Maulud procession when a 20-year-old suspect, Abdullahi Abubakar, allegedly stole his phone and money. The victim tried to stop the thief, but Abubakar fled, handing the phone to two accomplices who injured the victim with a stick. Authorities later arrested Abubakar and are working to capture the remaining suspects. In a separate operation, police responded to reports of armed thugs causing disturbances in Mangororin Sale Toro and Jahun areas, arresting three more individuals involved in fights and carrying weapons. The police emphasized their commitment to reducing crime and urged citizens to report suspicious activities.

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Police arrest suspected phone snatcher, five others in Bauchi

The Bauchi State Police Command arrested a suspected phone snatcher and five individuals linked to violent incidents in the Bauchi metropolis. On August 25, 2026, a 25-year-old man was attacked during a Maulud procession when a 20-year-old suspect, Abdullahi Abubakar, allegedly stole his phone and money. The victim tried to stop the thief, but Abubakar fled, handing the phone to two accomplices who injured the victim with a stick. Authorities later arrested Abubakar and are working to capture the remaining suspects. In a separate operation, police responded to reports of armed thugs causing disturbances in Mangororin Sale Toro and Jahun areas, arresting three more individuals involved in fights and carrying weapons. The police emphasized their commitment to reducing crime and urged citizens to report suspicious activities.

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