Nigeria Police
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested a suspected car snatcher in Uyo and recovered a stolen Toyota Corolla with registration number DKA-337 CB.
The arrest followed a late-night robbery involving a ride-hailing driver, according to the Police.
In a statement issued on Thursday, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, said the suspect was arrested on January 20, 2026, after police received a distress call at about 11:30 pm.
The call came from a Bolt driver who reported that he was robbed of his vehicle at gunpoint. By the time officers arrived at the scene, the suspects had fled with the car.
DSP John said police operatives immediately launched an intelligence-led operation, which led them to Nkwot Ikono village in Etim Ekpo Local Government Area, where the stolen vehicle was traced.
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One suspect, identified as Sunday Okon, from Nna Enin village in Uruan Local Government Area, was arrested in possession of the vehicle.
The Police said the suspect confessed to the crime during preliminary interrogation.
He is currently in custody, while investigations continue to track down other members of the suspected gang and recover weapons used in the operation.
The Commissioner of Police, Baba Azare, praised the officers for their swift response and professionalism. He reassured residents of the Command’s commitment to tackling violent crime and protecting lives and property across the state.
The Police urged members of the public to remain alert and report suspicious activities to security agencies in a timely manner.
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