Operatives of the Nasarawa State Police Command have apprehended a suspected armed robber and recovered a stolen Toyota Prado Sports Utility Vehicle in Karu Local Government Area of the state.
The suspect, Chigozie Samuel, who resides in Auta Balefi, Karu LGA, was arrested by officers of the Mararaba ‘B’ Division after police received intelligence leading to the location of the stolen vehicle.
Police investigations indicated that the suspect allegedly carried out the robbery with two other accomplices who are currently on the run.
It was gathered that the suspects reportedly attacked the driver of the Toyota Prado at gunpoint around Wuse Bridge in Abuja and fled with the vehicle.
Confirming the development, the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, SP Ramhan Nansel, said in a statement that officers acted promptly after obtaining reliable information regarding the movement of the stolen vehicle.
“Police operatives immediately launched a coordinated manhunt, which led to the tracing and interception of the stolen Toyota Prado behind the International Market, Karu,” he said.
Nansel further explained that the suspects attempted to escape when they noticed the presence of police operatives, but one of them was arrested after a pursuit.
“Upon sighting the police, the occupants of the vehicle made an attempt to escape. However, one of the suspects was chased and arrested, while others escaped,” Nansel stated.
The police spokesperson revealed that the arrested suspect has confessed to his involvement in the crime, adding that efforts are ongoing to apprehend the remaining suspects who escaped.
He also disclosed that the Commissioner of Police in Nasarawa State, CP Shetima Jauro Mohammed, commended the operatives for their swift action and professionalism, and directed that the suspect and the recovered vehicle be handed over to the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command for further investigation and necessary action.
The Nasarawa State Police Command reiterated its commitment to combating crime and ensuring the protection of lives and property across the state.
