Security Operatives in Kaduna have neutralised two armed robbers and arrested two suspects, just as they also recovered firearms and other valuables during an operation against the criminals in the state.

The Kaduna Police Command said on Wednesday that “on 25th June, 2025 at about 0310hrs, the command received a distress call from residents of Gashash Estate, Barnawa, reporting that about eight armed hoodlums invaded their compound.”

In a statement, the spokesman of the police, DSP Mansir Hassan, said that “the suspects, who were armed with a locally made pistol and other dangerous weapons, robbed occupants of various valuable items including phones, laptops, wristwatches, gaming consoles, and jewellery.”

He said, “Upon receipt of the call, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) Barnawa Division immediately mobilised patrol teams in conjunction with DPO Kakuri, Sabon Tasha and a detachment of gallant military personnel from the 312 Artillery Regiment, Kalapanzi and swiftly proceeded to the scene,”

He stated that, following a strategic pursuit, the suspects were tracked down to Makera Main Road in Kakuri.

“On sighting the security operatives, the robbers engaged them in a fierce gun duel. In the process, two of the armed robbers were neutralised while two others were arrested. The operatives recovered one locally made pistol, ammunition, and several dangerous weapons in their possession,” he said.

Hassan added, “Further search and investigation led to the recovery of stolen items which include: seven mobile phones, three wristwatches, two laptops, two PlayStation gaming consoles and assorted jewellery.

The spokesperson also revealed that as a result of the unfortunate incident, one police officer was wounded and is currently receiving treatment at the police clinic.

Efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing members of the gang.

Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police, Rabiu Muhammad, has commended the swift response and collaboration between the police and the military.

He also applauded the support from the Department of State Services (DSS) and other security agencies in crime prevention in the state.

He reiterated the command’s unwavering commitment to maintaining peace and security across the state and urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the police.