The Kano State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a 20-year-old man in connection with an armed robbery and homicide that occurred in Danbare Quarters, Kano, on Monday, May 5, 2025.

According to a statement released on Tuesday by the command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, the police received a distress call at about 6:40 am from a resident in the area, reporting that two suspected armed robbers had invaded the home of one Shehu Muhammad, aged 30, and attacked him with a sharp cutlass, inflicting multiple injuries.

Responding swiftly to the call, the Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, PhD, dispatched operational teams and detectives to the scene.

The victim was immediately rushed to Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital for treatment but was later pronounced dead by a medical doctor.

One of the suspects, identified as Aliyu Umar, was arrested at the scene of the crime. The police recovered the weapon allegedly used in the attack from him.

The suspect is currently in custody and assisting with the ongoing investigation. Police say he will be charged in court upon the investigation’s completion.

“We will not rest until every criminal element is brought to justice,” CP Bakori said in the statement. “This arrest is a strong signal to others who think they can terrorize innocent citizens.”

SP Kiyawa also praised the public for their quick action, stating, “The community’s timely report was critical in apprehending the suspect. We urge residents to continue working with us to ensure a safer Kano.”

The police command reiterated its commitment to protecting lives and property and urged residents to report any suspicious activity.