Law enforcement in Jigawa apprehend individuals implicated in N22m scam, seize bank cards and firearm

The Jigawa State Police Command has made significant strides in its battle against crime, with the arrest of members of a fraud syndicate and a suspect in a N10.5 million breach of trust case being notable achievements.

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This development was disclosed in a statement issued by the Command's Public Relations Officer, SP Shi’isu Adam, in Dutse, the state capital, on Tuesday.

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According to the statement, detectives from the Gumel Division uncovered a sophisticated fraud syndicate after receiving a complaint on 6th July 2026 from one Ado Muhammad of Jobi, Maigatari LGA.

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Preliminary investigations revealed that the fraudsters had deceived the complainant's wife, who resides in Saudi Arabia, by falsely presenting themselves as spiritual money-makers through WhatsApp, resulting in a loss of ₦12,923,000.00.

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The police tracked the WhatsApp number and bank accounts used in the crime through painstaking investigation, leading to the arrest of one Ismail Adam Abdullahi, 21, of Hayin Ojo, Bakin Dogo Quarters, Zaria, Kaduna State.

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The suspect reportedly confessed to the crime during interrogation, and the case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Dutse for further investigation and prosecution.

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In another case, the police investigated a report of alleged criminal breach of trust involving Hafsatu Usman of Dutse LGA, who was entrusted with ₦10,500,000.00 but allegedly absconded with the money on 5th July 2026.

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Through intelligence gathering and technical investigation, the suspect's phone was tracked, leading to her arrest in Gombe State, and the case has been transferred to the SCID in Dutse for further action.

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Meanwhile, the police in Kazaure Division arrested a suspected ATM card fraudster, Kassim Ali, 27, of Gyadi-Gyadi Quarters, Tarauni LGA, Kano State, on 9th July 2026, following a distress call from Access Bank Plc.

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The suspect allegedly tampered with a female customer's ATM card and fraudulently withdrew money from her account, and a search conducted on him led to the recovery of 36 ATM cards belonging to various banks.

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The case has been transferred to the SCID in Dutse for comprehensive investigation and diligent prosecution, according to the police.

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The Command also recorded success in tackling violent crime, with operatives attached to Gwaram Division responding to a report of an unconscious man lying in a pool of blood along New Gwaram–Kila Road on 16th July 2026 at about 0030hrs.

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The victim, Abdullahi Garba, 22, of Falai Village, Gwaram LGA, was attacked by two passengers with a hammer in an attempt to steal his motorcycle, but the suspects fled and abandoned the motorcycle and a locally made revolver pistol loaded with four live rounds and two expended shells.

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The victim was evacuated to the hospital where he is currently responding to treatment, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspects, according to the police.

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The arrests reflect the Command's commitment to intelligence-led policing and prompt response, with the PPRO stating that these successes demonstrate the unwavering commitment of the officers and men of the Command to safeguarding lives and property.

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The PPRO urged residents to remain vigilant, be wary of online fraudsters and ATM card scammers, and promptly report suspicious activities to the nearest police station, while continuing to support the Command's efforts to rid the state of criminal elements.