Police Foil Railway Vandalism, Arrest Four Suspects With 70 Stolen Sleepers In Katsina

On October 25, 2026, the Katsina State Police Command in Katsina, Nigeria, arrested four suspects involved in railway vandalism. The police conducted a thorough search that led to the discovery of 70 stolen railway sleepers concealed behind bags of animal feed in the suspects' vehicle.

The police stated that the suspects were attempting to evade detection with their concealment method. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are taking measures to address railway vandalism in the area. No injuries or further incidents were reported in connection with this case, and the suspects are currently in police custody as investigations continue.

Reported by Channels Television, Punch.