Akwa Ibom Police Bust Criminal Syndicate, Recover Stolen Telecom Mast

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command dismantles a criminal syndicate involved in vandalizing government assets and public utilities, leading to the arrest of one suspect. The operation resulted in the recovery of a stolen telecommunication mast.

The arrest followed a responsive action based on credible intelligence, with the suspect apprehended while attempting to load the vandalized mast onto a truck. The successful operation, carried out near Uyo, the state capital, highlights the police's commitment to combating vandalism and protecting public infrastructure.

The suspect, Amisu Bala, is currently in custody and cooperating with the authorities in ongoing investigations.