15/10/2025
BAUCHI STATE POLICE COMMAND PRESS RELEASE
The editors,
CRIME BULLETIN
POLICE SUCCESSFULLY RESCUE THREE KIDNAP VICTIMS AND ARREST SIX SUSPECTS IN TORO LGA
On 29th September 2025, at about 12:01 AM, the Bauchi State Command received a timely distress call from a vigilant member of the community, reporting an attack by unidentified individuals who had abducted three males from Euga village, Toro LGA: Idi Umar, Idi Lawan, and Musa Lawal.
In response, a coordinated effort involving the Toro Area Command, Toro Division, and Nabordo Division, along with local security partners, was swiftly initiated. The combined forces successfully tracked the suspects to the outskirts of the village and engaged them in a professional operation that led to the safe and unharmed rescue of the victims. Additionally, six suspects have been apprehended in connection with this incident.
Suspects arrested are;
1 Abubakar Usman
2 Adamu Alo
3 Abubakar Aliyu
4 Umar Habu
5 Abubakar Mamman Abubakar
6 Shehu Sambo
The rescued individuals have been joyfully reunited with their families, and we are pleased to report that they are in good health.
Ongoing investigations are focused on gathering more information about the motives behind this incident, and the suspects have begun to provide useful insights. The suspects will be transferred to Anti
-Kidnapping Unit (AKU) Bauchi for a thorough profiling process and will be formally charged in court once investigations are completed.
The Commissioner of Police, Bauchi State Command, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu, psc(+), mni, emphasizes the Command’s steadfast dedication to ensuring the safety and security of all residents. He urges the community to remain alert and engaged, encouraging citizens to share vital information that will aid the police in maintaining law and order in the state.
CSP Ahmed Mohammed Wakil, Anipr, Mnisma
Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO)
For: Commissioner of Police
Bauchi State Command
14th October, 2025