The Kaduna State Police Command has arrested a suspect who stole a solar-powered generator and its battery, which supplies a Juma’at mosque in Hunkuyi, Kudan Local Government Area of the state.

According to the State Police Command Public Relations Officer, ASP Mansir Hassan, the suspect, identified as Basiru Rabiu from Sabon Gari, Hunkuyi, was caught when the locals grew suspicious of his activities near the mosque.

Hassan disclosed in a statement on Sunday that following his arrest, Rabiu confessed to stealing the solar-powered generator and its battery after a thorough investigation.

Additionally, the suspect disclosed that he had also stolen the same property from Nahuce village and sold it to an individual named Mansir Umar.

The receiver of the stolen items has also been arrested and is currently undergoing interrogation.