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From Desmond Mgboh, Kano
The Kano State Police Command has arrested two suspects behind the robbery and attempted murder of Lilĺ- Kesh, a resident of Bera Estate, Chevron, Lagos State.
The names and relevant details of the suspects, who have since been transferred to the Lagos State Police Command for further investigation and prosecution were given as Matthew Adewole (25) and his accomplice, Mukhtar Muhammad, both of whom were residents of Unguwu Ukwu quarters in the state at the time of their arrest.
A statement yesterday, Police Public Relations Officer, Kano State Command, Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, disclosed that the arrest followed robust intelligence and community collaboration.
In the statement, Kiyawa explained that Mathew Adewole had confessed to attacking Lil-Kesh, a resident of Bera Estate, Chevron, Lagos State, on August 19, 2025.
In the robbery attack and attempted murder, the victim sustained serious injuries, including a deep cut on his neck.
The statement read in part: “The suspect forced the victim and transferred N2,120,000 from his account via his mobile phone to Mukhtar Muhammad’s account.”
“In line with the directives of IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, the Command has been working tirelessly to enhance its intelligence capabilities, leveraging community policing and strategic partnerships to stay ahead of criminal elements,” it added.
“The Kano State Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, commends the operatives for their diligence, the public for their cooperation, and assures continued efforts to ensure safety and security.”
