The Adamawa State Police Command has apprehended three suspects for allegedly vandalising and stealing transformer cables in Wuro Dole, Girei Local Government Area.
The command’s spokesperson, Suleiman Nguroje, confirmed the arrests in a statement on Monday, stating that the operation was carried out following credible intelligence from a reliable source.
The suspects, identified as Rabiu Ali (28), Muhammad Musa (42), and Abubakar Usman (18), allegedly conspired with three others, who are still at large, to damage a transformer and remove armoured cables for their personal gain.
Nguroje further stated that investigations are ongoing, and the suspects will be charged in court once the process is completed.
Commissioner of Police, Dankombo Morris, praised the Girei Divisional Police Officer and his team for their swift response and effective policing efforts. He also directed the Deputy Commissioner of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to take over the case and intensify efforts to apprehend the fleeing suspects.
The police chief urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities around electrical installations to prevent further incidents of vandalism.