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 arrests were made as part of the command’s ongoing efforts to curb the vandalism and theft of critical infrastructure across Lagos State.
According to a statement issued on Saturday by the Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abimbola Adebesi, the suspects were allegedly caught stealing iron poles intended for the construction of telecommunication masts.
The suspects were identified as Mohammed Shaibu, 26; Musa Zakari, 29; Abdullahi Bala, 22; Salisu Musa, 18; and Yahuza Bala, 20.
The police said the five suspects were arrested while allegedly transporting the stolen materials in a truck within the Ibeju-Lekki axis.
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Following their arrest, the suspects were taken into police custody, while the case was transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department, Yaba, for further investigation.
The command said discreet investigations are ongoing to identify and apprehend other suspects who may have fled the scene, as well as determine the full extent of the alleged vandalism operation.
The Lagos Police Command also acknowledged the support of the 81 Division of the Nigerian Army, saying the cooperation between both security agencies contributed significantly to the operation and subsequent arrests.
The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Tijani Fatai, reiterated the command’s determination to protect critical infrastructure across the state and ensure that those involved in vandalism are brought to justice.
He further urged residents to remain vigilant and provide credible information to security agencies whenever they notice suspicious activities in their communities.
The police advised members of the public to report emergencies and suspicious activities through the Lagos State Police Command emergency lines: 07061019374, 08065154338, 08063299264, 08039344870, 08080193432 for Marine emergencies, and 09168630929.
The suspects remain in police custody as investigations continue.
