Police Arrest 21 Suspects, Recover 20 Motorcycles in Zamfara Crackdown

By: Zagazola Makama 

The Zamfara State Police Command says it has arrested 21 suspects and recovered 20 motorcycles during a special operation targeting reckless motorcycle riders and public disturbances in parts of Gusau Local Government Area.

The command disclosed this in a statement issued on Thursday in Gusau.

According to the statement, the operation followed repeated complaints from residents of Birnin Ruwa, Tullukawa and Yar Gada communities over the activities of groups of youths popularly known as “Arlet Boys.”

The police said the youths were allegedly involved in reckless motorcycle riding and other acts capable of causing public disorder in the affected communities.

The statement explained that on June 7 at about 7:30 p.m., police operatives carried out coordinated raids on identified criminal hideouts and black spots within the three communities.

It said the operation led to the arrest of 21 suspects and the recovery of 20 motorcycles.

“The arrested suspects will be subjected to thorough screening and investigation, while those found culpable will be charged to court accordingly,” the statement said.

The command assured residents that the operation would be sustained to rid the affected communities of criminal elements and enhance public safety.

It also urged members of the public to continue providing timely and credible information to security agencies to support crime prevention efforts across the state.

The police reiterated their commitment to maintaining law and order as well as protecting lives and property throughout Zamfara.