Police have launched another clampdown on criminal hideouts and arrested eight suspected thieves with stolen materials.

“The Police Anti Crime Unit (ACU) and Police Intervention Unit (PIU) conducted intensive patrols over the weekend.

“Patrols covered areas such as Lamin CDC, Farato, Brikama, Brusubi, Mariama Kunda, Youna Dalaba Estate, Bijilo Kololi, Manjai Kunda, among others,” the police said.

“(The) eight suspects were arrested during the patrols and several stolen items including mobile phones, music sets, and fake bank notes were also recovered.

“The suspects are currently helping the police in their investigations. Members of the public are encouraged to volunteer information about unusual criminal activities within their communities,” the police added.

Reporting by Adama Makasuba