The Kano State Police Command has arrested nine suspects in connection with a violent mob attack on the Garko Police Division following the arrest of three men linked to an alleged culpable homicide case.

According to a statement on Saturday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abdullahi Kiyawa, the incident occurred on September 5, 2025, when officers from the Wudil Area Command brought three homicide suspects to the Garko Police Division for interrogation.

However, an angry crowd armed with sticks and stones stormed the Division, protesting the death of a victim in the case and attempting to lynch the suspects.

“The mob action resulted in significant property damage, including the burning of a divisional patrol vehicle, destruction of three vehicles belonging to Hisbah and Garko Local Government Council, and the breaking of windows of the Police Divisional building,” the statement read.

Three police officers sustained injuries during the attack and were rushed to Wudil Hospital, where they are responding to treatment.

Tragedy struck when a burning tyre burst and struck one of the attackers, leading to his death, while three others were injured.

The Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, swiftly deployed containment operations and engaged local stakeholders to restore calm and order in the community.

While confirming the arrest of nine suspects, Kiyawa said investigations were ongoing to track down other perpetrators.

The statement quoted CP Bakori as cautioning the public against jungle justice.

“Taking the law into your hands undermines the rule of law and disrupts public peace. Citizens are advised to always channel grievances or concerns to the appropriate authorities rather than resorting to violence,” he said.

The Commissioner assured residents of Kano State of the Command’s unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property, maintaining peace, and ensuring justice in all cases.

Recall, the Kano State Police Command declared a decisive war on thuggery, locally known as Yan-Daba, following a surge in gang-related violence across the metropolis.

Bakori, had earlier on, issued strict orders during a high-level security summit on June 14, 2025, mandating rapid identification, raids, and neutralization of thug hideouts.

He emphasized a zero-tolerance policy, warning officers to act proactively to prevent escalation, and reassured residents that the police are committed to restoring peace, vowing that people should be able to “sleep with their two eyes closed.” (The PUNCH)

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