The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has foiled an attempted armed robbery in the Kado area of Abuja, arresting one suspect and recovering several exhibits, including firearms and a vehicle.
Police said the incident occurred in the early hours of Friday, January 23, 2026, at about 6:15 a.m., following a distress call received at the Mabushi Divisional Police Headquarters. The call reported that a gang of about three armed robbers was attacking motorists near the MRS Filling Station in Kado.
According to the Command, a police response team from the Mabushi Division was immediately deployed to the scene. On sighting the officers, the suspects attempted to escape, leading to a hot pursuit and an exchange of gunfire. 
During the encounter, one of the suspects sustained gunshot injuries and was taken to a nearby hospital for medical attention, while the remaining members of the gang fled into nearby bushes.
Items recovered at the scene include the suspects’ operational vehicle—a black Volkswagen Golf 2 with registration number JJJ 112 DW—one Beretta pistol, one locally made pistol, a Firman generator, two mobile phones, an Access Bank ATM card, and several other items suspected to be tools and personal effects belonging to the suspects.
The police said efforts are ongoing to track down and arrest the fleeing suspects.
Reacting to the development, the Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, CP Miller G. Dantawaye, psc, reassured residents of the Command’s unwavering commitment to the protection of lives and property across the territory.
He urged members of the public to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities to the police through the Command’s emergency lines: 08032003913 and 08028940883.
The FCT Police Command reiterated its resolve to sustain proactive policing and ensure the safety of residents within the Federal Capital Territory.
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