The Katsina State Police Command has arrested a 38-year-old man, Mubarak Bello, for illegally possessing a firearm and impersonating a police officer.
Bello, a resident of Kofar Yamma Quarters in Kurfi Local Government Area, was apprehended during a routine patrol at approximately 2:30 a.m. on Saturday.
Abubakar Aliyu, the Katsina Police Public Relations Officer, announced the arrest on Sunday, stating that Bello was taken into custody after police operatives noticed suspicious behavior.
“On September 13, 2025, at about 0230hrs, while on routine patrol, officers attached to the command’s department of operations successfully arrested Mubarak Bello, age 38, in connection with illegal possession of a firearm and impersonation,” Aliyu explained.
Bello was stopped while driving an ash-colored Toyota Corolla with the registration number Lagos GGE 473 BH. He was unable to provide a satisfactory explanation for himself or the vehicle.
“The team, acting on heightened vigilance and proactive policing strategies, intercepted the vehicle driven by the suspect. Upon questioning, he could not provide a satisfactory account, prompting an immediate search,” Aliyu added.
During the search, police recovered several dangerous items from the vehicle, including a locally fabricated rifle, four live cartridges, two expended shells of cartridges, a fake police ID card, and an extra plate number (Kano FGE 68).
The suspect remains under interrogation as investigations continue to determine the circumstances surrounding the possession of the firearm and fake ID.
“The suspect is in custody, and further findings will be released to the public in due course,” Aliyu concluded.
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