Police Arrest Four Suspected Thieves Targeting Students in Kashere

A joint operation between police officers and local vigilantes has led to the arrest of four suspected thieves allegedly involved in stealing students' belongings in Kashere, Gombe State.

The suspects were apprehended on Monday, December 23, 2024, in an unfinished building in the Jauro Bose area of Kashere. Stolen items recovered from the suspects included food items, household goods, mobile phones, and other personal belongings.

The police have withheld the identities of the suspects, and efforts to obtain further comments from the authorities were unsuccessful.

The student community in Kashere has been plagued by recurring theft incidents, particularly during breaks. Students are urging authorities to take proactive measures to prevent such incidents in the future. Investigations are ongoing, and further updates are awaited.