Yobe State Police Command said its operatives have recovered seven stolen motorcycles and two sewing machines following an investigation into a series of housebreaking and theft cases in Damaturu metropolis.
The recoveries were made by personnel of the Violent Crime Response Unit, VCRU, Damaturu.
According to the Command's Public Relations Officer, ASP Yusuf Adamu Aliyu, the investigation began after a theft report received on October 29, 2026, which led to the arrest of one Salisu Muazu, 24, of Family Support area, Damaturu.
"Muazu was arrested after he allegedly broke into a residence in the Alimarami area of Damaturu and stole a bicycle, a rug carpet and other household valuables.
"During interrogation, the suspect reportedly confessed to the offence and disclosed his involvement in several other theft incidents within the same area and other parts of the metropolis", the statement said.
It added that his disclosures led to the recovery of the seven motorcycles and two sewing machines suspected to have been stolen during previous operations.
"Further investigation also led to the arrest of his alleged accomplice, Babangida Umar Yahaya, 33, of Nasarawa Ward, Damaturu, who reportedly assisted in disposing of the stolen items", the Command said.
The Commissioner of Police, Usman Kanfani Jibrin, commended the VCRU personnel for their diligence and effective investigative work.
He urged residents to take necessary precautions to secure their homes and valuables, particularly before retiring to bed, and to promptly report suspicious activities to the Police.
“The Command reiterates its commitment to protecting lives and property and calls on members of the public to continue supporting the Police with timely and useful information,” the Command said
The Police said investigation is ongoing to recover other stolen properties and establish the full extent of the suspects’ involvement.
Police arrest two suspects, recover seven stolen motorcycles, two sewing machines in Yobe