Police Arrests Suspected Car Snatchers, Recovers Stolen Vehicle

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has made another significant breakthrough in its sustained pursuit and onslaught against car theft in Rivers State.

A statement on Sunday, November 30, 2025 by the Public Relations Officer of the Rivers State Police Command, Grace Iringe-Koko, a Superintendent of Police (SP), said operatives from the Command’s C4I Intelligence Unit, arrested two suspects and recovered two vehicles.

She said the operation, which took place on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at about 1800hrs, led to the arrests of Abubakar Abdulsalam, ‘m’, aged 43 years, and Shagari Shehu, ‘m’, aged 35 years, in connection with the theft of two vehicles.

The operatives swung into action after receiving credible intelligence, leading to the arrest of the suspects, who were found in possession of the stolen vehicles.

“The recovered vehicles include a white Toyota Hilux with a fake registration number GWA 453 GR and an ash-colour Toyota Corolla with a fake registration number LSD 420 BT. Both vehicles are in Police custody, for discreet investigation.”

The suspects are currently undergoing in-depth investigation to unravel the circumstances surrounding the theft and the suspects’ individual involvement.

“The Operatives are working to establish the suspects’ potential links to any other vehicle-related crimes in the state and arrest of other syndicate members.”

The Commissioner of Police, Rivers State, Olugbenga Adepoju commended the efforts of the operatives and appreciates the public’s continued support in the fight against crime.

He reassured the public of its commitment to maintaining law and order and urges anyone with information on similar crimes to come forward and assist the Police in its investigations.

“The Police will continue to work tirelessly to ensure that Rivers State remains a safe and secure place for all residents and visitors alike.”