The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested three members of a notorious criminal gang known as ‘Shila boys’ for armed robbery in Yola.
The spokesperson of the command, Suleiman Nguroje, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday, December 29, 2024.
According to Nguroje, the arrested suspects and two others attacked and robbed people heading to church in the Jimeta area of Yola in the early hours of Sunday.
“In the early hours of 29th December 2024, operatives of the Adamawa State Police Command upon credible information received responded immediately where a five (5) number of Shila boys were attacking and robbing individuals heading to church for early morning prayers and other businesses along Bishop Street, Yola North local government,” the statement read.
“Upon reaching the scene, the suspects aggressively attacked the police officers with the machetes and knives in an attempt to resist arrest.
“In a bid to neutralise the attack, minimum force was used, three (3) suspects were arrested, while two (2) others escaped.
“Recovered items includes machetes, knives, ATM cards, phones, and a tricycle will be treated as exhibit.
“The injured suspects are now receiving treatment and aiding investigation. More details will be shared as investigations progress.”
