Police in Yobe arrest 54-year-olds trafficking in ammunition for terrorists

Police in Yobe arrest 54-year-olds trafficking in ammunition for terrorists

By: Yahaya Wakil

Yobe state police command has arrested Hamsatu Modu, 54, of Morami village, Jakana, Konduga local government area of Borno state, for trafficking ammunition from Buni Yadi to Damaturu, the state capital.

“On October 20, 2024, ‘A’ Divisional Police Headquarters, Damaturu, received credible intelligence regarding a suspected gunrunner en route to Damaturu.

“Swift action led to the interception of a Golf 3 saloon car, and a thorough search revealed 350 rounds of live 7.62×39 mm ammunition concealed in the suspect’s luggage.

The suspect is currently undergoing professional interrogation as investigators work to unravel the criminal network and motives behind trafficking.

Yobe State Commissioner of Police, CP Garba Ahmed, reaffirms the command’s commitment to combating crime and urges community members to sustain their cooperation with security agencies.

He advised the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities, persons, or objects to the nearest police station or security formation.

Police in Yobe arrest 54-year-olds trafficking in ammunition for terrorists