Jigawa Police Arrest Motorcycle Thief, Recover Stolen Bikes

The Jigawa State Police Command announced the arrest of Saleh Muhd, a suspected motorcycle thief, following the theft of a red Boxer motorcycle in Malam Madori town at approximately 5:00 a.m. on October 19, 2026. The police, led by SP Lawan Shisu Adam, initiated an investigation that resulted in the recovery of the stolen motorcycle at Kashin Dila Junction, where the suspect was apprehended.

Saleh Muhd has since been arraigned in court for prosecution. In a separate incident on the same day, police operatives from the Shuwarin Division recovered an abandoned, unregistered red Hunter motorcycle in Gwazaye village.

A 32-year-old man from Tunubu village reported the theft of this motorcycle, stating that it was stolen from his residence on October 18. Police confirmed the ownership through matching documents, leading to the motorcycle's release to the claimant on bond.

Commissioner of Police Tijjani Murtala emphasized the command's commitment to combating motorcycle theft and urged residents to report suspicious activities.