The Nigerian Navy has nabbed a member of a motor theft syndicate linked to more than 50 stolen vehicles across the Federal Capital Territory, FCT.
Director of Naval Information, Capt. Abiodun Folorunsho disclosed said the operation was carried out by operatives of Naval Base Abuja as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the security architecture of the FCT through intelligence-led operations in collaboration with sister agencies.
According to him, Mr. Habeeb Ajadi, the suspect was intercepted while attempting to leave the FCT.
“Preliminary investigations reveal that he allegedly impersonated an Inspector of the Nigerian Correctional Service, NCos, to facilitate his criminal activities.
“He has confessed to his involvement in a vehicle theft syndicate responsible for stealing vehicles from different parts of the FCT,” Folorunsho said.
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The Naval Spokesman also said that investigations showed that the criminal network operated across state boundaries with stolen vehicles reportedly disposed of through accomplices outside the FCT.
He said that efforts were ongoing in collaboration with other relevant security agencies to apprehend other members of the syndicate.
“The suspect together with relevant exhibits and evidence, has been handed over to the Nigeria Police Force, FCT Command, for further investigation and prosecution in accordance with established inter-agency procedures,” he said.
The naval spokesperson reaffirmed the navy’s commitment to strengthening inter-agency cooperation in support of national security and ensuring a safe and secure environment for all Nigerians.
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