The Abia State Police Command has arrested three suspects over the alleged theft of armoured cables belonging to a company along the Enugu–Aba Expressway in Osisioma.
The suspects, identified as Chinweoke Friday, Nmesoma Eze and Nnaemeka Nwaolisa, were arrested by operatives of the Osisioma Police Divisional Headquarters in collaboration with community security vigilantes.
In a statement, the Police Public Relations Officer, Maureen Chinaka, disclosed that the suspects confessed during interrogation to their involvement in the theft of the armoured cables.
The suspects were also alleged to have targeted tricycle operators, dispossessing their victims of valuables.
Items recovered from the suspects include a locally made pistol and a black bag containing chains, charms, a power bank, purses, an ATM card and spanners.
The police said investigations into the case were ongoing, adding that the suspects would be charged to court upon the conclusion of the investigation.
The command reiterated its commitment to tackling criminal activities and maintaining security across the state.
