The Sokoto State Police Command has arrested a suspected bandit allegedly linked to livestock theft in Gidan Madi, Tangaza Local Government Area.
The suspect was reportedly apprehended at a market while in possession of a goat, which was later identified by its owner as one of the animals allegedly stolen from the community.
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Police spokesperson, DSP Ahmed Rufai, said the victim also identified the suspect as one of those allegedly involved in the theft at Jurelku village on September 15.
The suspect remains in police custody and is assisting investigators with information that could help track down other members of the alleged group.
Police said the investigation is ongoing.
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