Police Arrest Suspect Over Tricycle, Phone Theft In Adamawa

Operatives of the Adamawa State Police Command have apprehended one Usman Abubakar, a member of a notorious gangster, popularly called ‘Shila’ boys on the allegation of robbery in Mubi-North local government area of the state.

Commissioner of Police in the state, CP Danwambo Morris, said the suspect, who hails from Shuware Ward in the said local government area was arrested following a complaint lodged by one Hadiza Atiku of Wuro Harde Ward.

Police said the complainant accused the suspect of physically assaulting her and forcefully stealing her Infinix WOD 9 handset while armed with scissors.

The CP further explained that the suspect stabbed the victim in the face, thereby causing her grievous injuries.

He stressed that operatives of the Command attached to Mubi North Divisional Police headquarters swiftly swung into action upon receiving the report, leading to the arrest of the suspect and recovery of the stolen items.

Items recovered from Abubakar include a tricycle, an Infinix brand of mobile phone, scissors, among others.

The CP added that the suspect is currently in police custody where he is aiding investigation, and will be charged to court upon completion of investigation.