Police arrest two teenagers with 25 stolen phones in Borno

The Borno State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of two teenagers, Ibrahim Abubako and Ibrahim Mohammed with 25 stolen phones.

The spokesman of the Borno State Police Command, ASP Nahum Daso, announced the arrest of the two young boys in a statement on Wednesday.

According to Daso, the two suspects have already confessed to snatching the phones from members of the public.

“On December 10, 2024, at about 1350hrs, the Borno State Police Command Rapid Response Squad (RRS) in a stop-and-search operation along Damboa Road Maiduguri, Intercepted two suspects, (1) Ibrahim Abubako 18yrs, and (2) Ibrahim Mohammed 18yrs, in a tricycle, in possession of 25 mobile phones of various models,” he said.

“Upon interrogation, the suspects confessed to snatching the phones from their owners in communities and villages along the Borno-Adamawa State border, which includes Mubi town, Tashan Alade, Miringa, Kwaya Kusar, and Biu Local Government Area.

“The suspects have confessed to the crime and would be charged to court for prosecution after investigation.”

The police spokesman added that efforts are currently underway to reunite the recovered phones with their rightful owners.

Daso also assured of the command’s commitment to ensuring the safety of lives and properties during the festive period,

“The command reaffirms its commitment to ensuring public safety, particularly during the upcoming Yuletide season.

“Members of the public are advised to remain mindful and vigilant of their surroundings, and report any suspicious activities within their domain”, he concluded.