The Plateau State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of fifteen (15) suspected criminal elements who allegedly disguised themselves as commercial motorcyclists while operating across different parts of the State.
In a statement issued by the Command, officers acted on credible intelligence regarding the influx of suspected criminal groups who reportedyly infiltrated the commercial motorcycle sector. The suspects, who were said to cover their faces with masks while operating, were tracked down in a coordinated operation carried out at multiple locations.
According to the police, all suspects are currently in custody and undergoing interrogation. They will be arraigned in court upon the conclusion of investigations. The Command noted that the operation is ongoing and more arrests may follow.
The statement also referenced the recent total ban on commercial motorcycle operations by the Plateau State Government, aimed at restoring peace and strengthening security measures across the State. Despite the ban, authorities say some individuals continue to violate the directive, exposing innocent residents to danger.
The Command warned criminal-minded persons, particularly those who migrated into the State with questionable intentions, to desist and leave immediately. It reiterated its commitment to intensifying the ongoing manhunt and enforcing the full weight of the law on anyone found culpable.
The Plateau State Police Command called on residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to security agencies promptly.
