Police Arrest Serial Burglar, Recover N21m in Equipment
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command arrested Nicholas Olamide, a suspected serial burglar, on September 7, 2026, following a complaint from Aniekan regarding a burglary at his photo studio. The incident, discovered on August 24, 2026, involved the theft of photographic equipment valued at approximately N13.14 million.
Olamide, a resident of Eket, Akwa Ibom State, allegedly confessed to his involvement and led police to other suspects, including Abasiakan Ikpembe and Edward Francis. Further investigations revealed Olamide's involvement in additional burglaries, including one between July 28 and August 5, 2026, where he stole items worth around N8 million from a studio in Uyo.
On August 25, 2026, he reportedly stole a Canon camera and lens from a studio in Ikot Ekpene. The police recovered several stolen items during the investigation, indicating Olamide's status as a repeat offender.
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