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The Lagos State Police Command has arrested five suspected telecommunication vandals and recovered a truckload of suspected stolen iron rods in the Ibeju-Lekki area of the state.
The command said the arrests were made as part of intensified efforts to curb vandalism and theft of critical infrastructure across Lagos.
In a Saturday statement issued by Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Abimbola Adebisi, the suspects were identified as Mohammed Shaibu, 26; Musa Zakari, 29; Abdullahi Bala, 22; Salisu Musa, 18; and Yahuza Bala, 20.
According to the police, the suspects were allegedly caught stealing iron poles meant for the construction of telecommunication masts.
They were subsequently arrested while conveying the suspected stolen iron rods in a truck.
The suspects are currently in police custody and the case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Yaba for investigation.
“Discreet investigation is ongoing to apprehend other fleeing suspects and unravel the full extent of their activities,” the statement reads in part.
The command also acknowledged the support of the 81 Division, Nigerian Army, saying its robust synergy and cooperation contributed significantly to the successful operation and arrest of the suspects.
The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Tijani Fatai, reiterated the command’s resolve to protect critical infrastructure and bring perpetrators of vandalism to justice.
He urged residents to promptly provide credible information on suspicious activities within their communities.
The police listed emergency lines for members of the public to report emergencies and suspicious activities: 07061019374, 08065154338, 08063299264, 08039344870, 08080193432 (Marine), and 09168630929.
