The Gombe State Police Command has arrested a 15-year-old boy, identified as Abubakar Aliyu of Tudun Wada Shamaki Quarters, for allegedly committing a series of armed robberies and thefts within the Federal Low-Cost area of Gombe metropolis.
The suspect was apprehended following a swift investigation launched after a robbery incident reported on October 15, 2025.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, the Command’s spokesperson, DSP Buhari Abdullahi, confirmed the arrest and said several valuable items were recovered, including an iPhone 13 Pro Max, an Apple MacBook, and other stolen belongings.
“The Gombe State Police Command wishes to inform the general public of a significant breakthrough recorded through the arrest of a suspect involved in a case of armed robbery and theft within the Federal Low-Cost area of Gombe Metropolis,” the statement read.
According to the police, a female resident of the area reported that she was attacked in her home around 2:30 a.m. on October 15 by an armed intruder wielding a knife, who robbed her of the following items:
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iPhone 13 Pro Max (₦800,000)
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Apple MacBook laptop (₦250,000)
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Apple Watch (₦35,000)
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Oraimo Power Bank (₦30,000)
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Pink school bag (₦25,000)
Following the report, detectives launched an investigation that led to Aliyu’s arrest and the recovery of all stolen items.
During interrogation, the suspect confessed to the robbery and revealed that, on October 8, 2025, he and an accomplice identified only as Hadi (now at large) broke into another female victim’s residence in the same area, stealing:
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Samsung Fold 3 (₦800,000)
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Black View Tab 80 (₦140,000)
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Two rings (₦40,000)
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Counter (₦20,000)
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Car key
Police have since recovered some of these items, including the Samsung Fold 3 and Tab 80, while efforts are ongoing to track down the fleeing accomplice.
Commissioner of Police Bello Yahaya, psc+, commended the officers for their professionalism and swift response, urging residents to continue supporting law enforcement by providing credible information to help prevent and combat crime across the state.
The Command also advised the public to immediately report any suspicious persons or activities to the nearest police station.
