Tag: #CrimeUpdate
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LAGOS POLICE DENY DETAINING WOMAN OVER SISTER’S DEATH INVESTIGATION
The Lagos State Police Command has denied reports alleging that a woman was detained after being invited for questioning over the death of her elder sister. In a statement posted on its official X handle, @LagosPoliceNG, the Command said the woman was only invited to provide information to assist ongoing investigations and was not detained…
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KANO POLICE RESCUE 2-YEAR-OLD KIDNAP VICTIM, ARREST 3 SUSPECTS
The Kano State Police Command has rescued a 2-year-old boy, Aliyu Muhammad, and arrested three suspects linked to his abduction in Gwammaja Quarters, Dala LGA. Police say the child was taken right in front of his home on April 19, after which the family was forced to pay N1 million ransom but the suspects still…
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CROSS RIVER POLICE: 412 CASES TO COURT, THEFT TOPS CRIME CHART
The Cross River State Police Command says it prosecuted 412 cases between January and December 2025, securing 31 convictions and closing 26 cases. Speaking in Calabar, police spokesperson Sunday Eitokpah revealed that the command recorded 1,142 cases and made 1,390 arrests within the period. Theft and stealing topped the list with 444 cases and 493…
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LAGOS POLICE NAB 4 OVER FAKE PETROL DEAL IN SATELLITE TOWN
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested four suspects over an alleged petroleum fraud scheme in Satellite Town, Lagos. The suspects, aged between 33 and 43, were picked up on April 14 after reportedly attempting to secure Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) at suspiciously low prices using false pretences. Police sources say the product belonged to…
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MIDNIGHT ABDUCTION IN KWARA: POLICE RESCUE MONARCH’S BROTHER, NAB 42 SUSPECTED ILLEGAL MINERS
The Kwara State Police Command has rescued the brother of a traditional ruler following a late-night abduction in Ifelodun LGA, while arresting 42 suspected illegal miners linked to the incident. Armed men reportedly stormed the Olayinka community around 1am, abducting the monarch, Salman Ayanda, his brother, and another individual. Confirming the operation, Commissioner of Police…
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BENUE RESCUES 15 KIDNAP VICTIMS, 8 SUSPECTS ARRESTED
Relief in Benue as kidnapped passengers—including JAMB candidates—regain freedom after days in captivity. Governor Hyacinth Alia has confirmed the safe rescue of 15 abducted passengers kidnapped along the Taraku–Otukpo road. Speaking in Makurdi alongside the police commissioner, the governor said 17 people were initially taken, but two escaped earlier, leaving 15 who were later rescued…
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BUSINESSMAN SHOT DEAD IN SRI LANKAN COASTAL TOWN AMBALANGODA
A businessman named Warushavithana Mirantha was fatally shot near the Urban Council premises in Ambalangoda, Southern Sri Lanka. The shooting occurred around 10:30 a.m., when assailants in a white car opened fire before fleeing the scene. The victim was rushed to the hospital but died shortly after due to critical injuries. Police have deployed four…
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EKITI MAN ARRESTED IN DEADLY N4,000 DISPUTE IN ADO-EKITI
Ekiti State Police have arrested a man following a violent clash over N4,000 in Uso community, Ado-Ekiti, that left one dead. The fight broke out Friday night between Michael and John Dindul Selbol, escalating into a deadly brawl. Michael died at the hospital while Selbol is receiving treatment under police guard. Police have secured the…
