Kano Police Recover N8m Stolen Kia Optima, Arrest Mechanic In Possession Of Vehicle
The Kano State Police Command has recovered a stolen Kia Optima 2014 Model valued at Eight Million Naira and arrested a 24-year-old mechanic found in possession of the vehicle.
This is contained in a press release signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, on October 21, 2026.
According to the statement, on October 4, 2026 at about 6:20pm, a resident of Sharada Phase II, Kano, reported that on the same date at about 6:00pm, his wife parked her black Kia Optima 2014 Model in front of Ziha Health Care, Karkasara Quarters, Tarauni LGA, where it was stolen.
On receipt of the complaint, and under the direction of the Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, a team of policemen attached to the Command’s Special Intervention Squad, SIS, swiftly swung into action and commenced discreet, intelligence-driven investigation.
The operation was conducted in line with the policing vision of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, which emphasizes professionalism, intelligence-led policing and zero tolerance for crimes.
On October 18, 2026 at about 5:00pm, operatives of the SIS, acting on credible intelligence, successfully arrested one Mubarak Muktar, 24 years old, of Hotoro Quarters, Nassarawa LGA, at Farm Centre Garage, Tarauni LGA, in possession of the stolen vehicle.
Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect happened to be the mechanic of the said vehicle, found in possession of the stolen vehicle at his garage. Investigation is ongoing.
Meanwhile, after diligent verification and proof of ownership, the recovered vehicle has been identified and formally handed over to its rightful owner, who expressed profound gratitude to the Police for the swift recovery.
The Commissioner of Police commended the operatives of the SIS for their professionalism, dedication and swift response, reiterating that the success is a testament to the Command’s unwavering commitment to the protection of lives and property and the decimation of all forms of criminality in the State through the ongoing Operation Kukan Kura.
The CP further advised motor vehicle owners to be cautious and mindful of whom they entrust their vehicles to for repairs, and to always deal with trusted and verified mechanics. He warned criminal elements to desist from crime as the Command will continue to make Kano State too hot for them to operate.
The Command also urged members of the public to remain vigilant, ensure their vehicles are properly secured with additional security devices such as pedal locks and tracking systems, and promptly report suspicious activities to the nearest Police Station or through the Command’s emergency lines: 08032419754, 08123821575, 09029292926.
