The Plateau State Police Command says it has arrested two suspected members of a vehicle theft syndicate and recovered a stolen Toyota Hilux in an intelligence-led operation that tracked the vehicle to Bauchi State.This was contained in a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Alfred Alabo and made available to journalists in Jos on WednesdayAccording to the statement, the incident was reported on 21st July, 2026, at about 7:00am.“On 21st July, 2026, at about 7:00am we received a report stating that a white Toyota Hilux, Model 2022 with Registration Number 18D-35-FG, had been stolen from the owner’s residence by unknown persons,” the statement stated.Following the report, the Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Plateau State Command, AIG Bassey Ewah, directed a manhunt for the vehicle and suspects.“Upon receipt of the report, the Assistant Inspector General of Police Plateau State Command, AIG Bassey Ewah, psc(++), FCAI, MSPSP, immediately directed all Area Commanders, DPOs and Tactical Team Commanders in the Command to commence an intelligence driven operation to recover the vehicle and apprehend those responsible,” the statement said.Through intelligence and technology, operatives tracked the vehicle to Bauchi State where it was recovered. Two suspects were also arrested.“Through the prompt deployment of intelligence and technology, the operatives successfully tracked the stolen vehicle to Bauchi State, where it was recovered. During the operation, two suspects, one Ibrahim Tijjani, 30 years old, of Labour House, Jos North Local Government Area, and Mohammed Umar, 33 years old, of Angwan Rogo, Jos North Local Government Area, were arrested in connection with the crime,” the statement added.The Police said investigation revealed how the principal suspect, Ibrahim Tijjani, allegedly stole the vehicle key and perfected the theft.Related NewsPolice foil kidnap attempt, rescue four victims in NasarawaPolice arrest fake doctor over N500,000 job scam in Cross RiverAdamawa cleaner nabbed over corper’s N18m car theft“In the course of the investigation, it was revealed that the principal suspect, Ibrahim Tijjani had secretly stolen the key to the victim’s vehicle without the owner’s knowledge. While the owner and other concerned persons were actively searching for the missing key, the suspect was perfecting his plan to steal the vehicle,” the statement said.Police further stated that the suspect deceived both the owner and security personnel to gain access to the vehicle.“Further investigation revealed that the suspect deceitfully persuaded the vehicle owner to park the vehicle at a bakery. He also misled the security personnel at the premises by falsely claiming that the vehicle would remain there temporarily pending the arrival of a replacement key from Port Harcourt. Acting on this false representation, the security personnel allowed the vehicle to remain at the location,” the release noted.“The following day, the suspect returned with the stolen key, gained access to the vehicle, and drove it away before handing it over to his accomplice.”The Command said both suspects were apprehended in Bauchi State based on credible intelligence and the stolen vehicle was recovered.AIG Ewah commended the operatives of the Ambush Squad “A” for their professionalism and reiterated the Command’s commitment to fighting crime.“The Assistant Inspector General of Police commends operatives of the Ambush Squad ‘A’ for their professionalism, swift response, and commitment to duty. He therefore reiterates the Command’s resolve to rid Plateau State of criminal elements and urges residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities to the nearest Police station,” the statement said.The Command also released emergency and complaint lines for residents:CONTROL ROOM EMERGENCY NUMBERS: 07059473022, 08038907662ACP X-SQUAD: 08034448617PPRO: 08060545670CRU: 08037681026PCB: 09016146804VCRU: 09051145757 This was contained in a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Alfred Alabo and made available to journalists in Jos on WednesdayAccording to the statement, the incident was reported on 21st July, 2026, at about 7:00am.“On 21st July, 2026, at about 7:00am we received a report stating that a white Toyota Hilux, Model 2022 with Registration Number 18D-35-FG, had been stolen from the owner’s residence by unknown persons,” the statement stated.Following the report, the Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Plateau State Command, AIG Bassey Ewah, directed a manhunt for the vehicle and suspects.“Upon receipt of the report, the Assistant Inspector General of Police Plateau State Command, AIG Bassey Ewah, psc(++), FCAI, MSPSP, immediately directed all Area Commanders, DPOs and Tactical Team Commanders in the Command to commence an intelligence driven operation to recover the vehicle and apprehend those responsible,” the statement said.Through intelligence and technology, operatives tracked the vehicle to Bauchi State where it was recovered. Two suspects were also arrested.“Through the prompt deployment of intelligence and technology, the operatives successfully tracked the stolen vehicle to Bauchi State, where it was recovered. During the operation, two suspects, one Ibrahim Tijjani, 30 years old, of Labour House, Jos North Local Government Area, and Mohammed Umar, 33 years old, of Angwan Rogo, Jos North Local Government Area, were arrested in connection with the crime,” the statement added.The Police said investigation revealed how the principal suspect, Ibrahim Tijjani, allegedly stole the vehicle key and perfected the theft.Related NewsPolice foil kidnap attempt, rescue four victims in NasarawaPolice arrest fake doctor over N500,000 job scam in Cross RiverAdamawa cleaner nabbed over corper’s N18m car theft“In the course of the investigation, it was revealed that the principal suspect, Ibrahim Tijjani had secretly stolen the key to the victim’s vehicle without the owner’s knowledge. While the owner and other concerned persons were actively searching for the missing key, the suspect was perfecting his plan to steal the vehicle,” the statement said.Police further stated that the suspect deceived both the owner and security personnel to gain access to the vehicle.“Further investigation revealed that the suspect deceitfully persuaded the vehicle owner to park the vehicle at a bakery. He also misled the security personnel at the premises by falsely claiming that the vehicle would remain there temporarily pending the arrival of a replacement key from Port Harcourt. Acting on this false representation, the security personnel allowed the vehicle to remain at the location,” the release noted.“The following day, the suspect returned with the stolen key, gained access to the vehicle, and drove it away before handing it over to his accomplice.”The Command said both suspects were apprehended in Bauchi State based on credible intelligence and the stolen vehicle was recovered.AIG Ewah commended the operatives of the Ambush Squad “A” for their professionalism and reiterated the Command’s commitment to fighting crime.“The Assistant Inspector General of Police commends operatives of the Ambush Squad ‘A’ for their professionalism, swift response, and commitment to duty. He therefore reiterates the Command’s resolve to rid Plateau State of criminal elements and urges residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities to the nearest Police station,” the statement said.The Command also released emergency and complaint lines for residents:CONTROL ROOM EMERGENCY NUMBERS: 07059473022, 08038907662ACP X-SQUAD: 08034448617PPRO: 08060545670CRU: 08037681026PCB: 09016146804VCRU: 09051145757 According to the statement, the incident was reported on 21st July, 2026, at about 7:00am.“On 21st July, 2026, at about 7:00am we received a report stating that a white Toyota Hilux, Model 2022 with Registration Number 18D-35-FG, had been stolen from the owner’s residence by unknown persons,” the statement stated.Following the report, the Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Plateau State Command, AIG Bassey Ewah, directed a manhunt for the vehicle and suspects.“Upon receipt of the report, the Assistant Inspector General of Police Plateau State Command, AIG Bassey Ewah, psc(++), FCAI, MSPSP, immediately directed all Area Commanders, DPOs and Tactical Team Commanders in the Command to commence an intelligence driven operation to recover the vehicle and apprehend those responsible,” the statement said.Through intelligence and technology, operatives tracked the vehicle to Bauchi State where it was recovered. Two suspects were also arrested.“Through the prompt deployment of intelligence and technology, the operatives successfully tracked the stolen vehicle to Bauchi State, where it was recovered. During the operation, two suspects, one Ibrahim Tijjani, 30 years old, of Labour House, Jos North Local Government Area, and Mohammed Umar, 33 years old, of Angwan Rogo, Jos North Local Government Area, were arrested in connection with the crime,” the statement added.The Police said investigation revealed how the principal suspect, Ibrahim Tijjani, allegedly stole the vehicle key and perfected the theft.Related NewsPolice foil kidnap attempt, rescue four victims in NasarawaPolice arrest fake doctor over N500,000 job scam in Cross RiverAdamawa cleaner nabbed over corper’s N18m car theft“In the course of the investigation, it was revealed that the principal suspect, Ibrahim Tijjani had secretly stolen the key to the victim’s vehicle without the owner’s knowledge. While the owner and other concerned persons were actively searching for the missing key, the suspect was perfecting his plan to steal the vehicle,” the statement said.Police further stated that the suspect deceived both the owner and security personnel to gain access to the vehicle.“Further investigation revealed that the suspect deceitfully persuaded the vehicle owner to park the vehicle at a bakery. He also misled the security personnel at the premises by falsely claiming that the vehicle would remain there temporarily pending the arrival of a replacement key from Port Harcourt. Acting on this false representation, the security personnel allowed the vehicle to remain at the location,” the release noted.“The following day, the suspect returned with the stolen key, gained access to the vehicle, and drove it away before handing it over to his accomplice.”The Command said both suspects were apprehended in Bauchi State based on credible intelligence and the stolen vehicle was recovered.AIG Ewah commended the operatives of the Ambush Squad “A” for their professionalism and reiterated the Command’s commitment to fighting crime.“The Assistant Inspector General of Police commends operatives of the Ambush Squad ‘A’ for their professionalism, swift response, and commitment to duty. He therefore reiterates the Command’s resolve to rid Plateau State of criminal elements and urges residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities to the nearest Police station,” the statement said.The Command also released emergency and complaint lines for residents:CONTROL ROOM EMERGENCY NUMBERS: 07059473022, 08038907662ACP X-SQUAD: 08034448617PPRO: 08060545670CRU: 08037681026PCB: 09016146804VCRU: 09051145757 “On 21st July, 2026, at about 7:00am we received a report stating that a white Toyota Hilux, Model 2022 with Registration Number 18D-35-FG, had been stolen from the owner’s residence by unknown persons,” the statement stated.Following the report, the Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Plateau State Command, AIG Bassey Ewah, directed a manhunt for the vehicle and suspects.“Upon receipt of the report, the Assistant Inspector General of Police Plateau State Command, AIG Bassey Ewah, psc(++), FCAI, MSPSP, immediately directed all Area Commanders, DPOs and Tactical Team Commanders in the Command to commence an intelligence driven operation to recover the vehicle and apprehend those responsible,” the statement said.Through intelligence and technology, operatives tracked the vehicle to Bauchi State where it was recovered. Two suspects were also arrested.“Through the prompt deployment of intelligence and technology, the operatives successfully tracked the stolen vehicle to Bauchi State, where it was recovered. During the operation, two suspects, one Ibrahim Tijjani, 30 years old, of Labour House, Jos North Local Government Area, and Mohammed Umar, 33 years old, of Angwan Rogo, Jos North Local Government Area, were arrested in connection with the crime,” the statement added.The Police said investigation revealed how the principal suspect, Ibrahim Tijjani, allegedly stole the vehicle key and perfected the theft.Related NewsPolice foil kidnap attempt, rescue four victims in NasarawaPolice arrest fake doctor over N500,000 job scam in Cross RiverAdamawa cleaner nabbed over corper’s N18m car theft“In the course of the investigation, it was revealed that the principal suspect, Ibrahim Tijjani had secretly stolen the key to the victim’s vehicle without the owner’s knowledge. While the owner and other concerned persons were actively searching for the missing key, the suspect was perfecting his plan to steal the vehicle,” the statement said.Police further stated that the suspect deceived both the owner and security personnel to gain access to the vehicle.“Further investigation revealed that the suspect deceitfully persuaded the vehicle owner to park the vehicle at a bakery. He also misled the security personnel at the premises by falsely claiming that the vehicle would remain there temporarily pending the arrival of a replacement key from Port Harcourt. Acting on this false representation, the security personnel allowed the vehicle to remain at the location,” the release noted.“The following day, the suspect returned with the stolen key, gained access to the vehicle, and drove it away before handing it over to his accomplice.”The Command said both suspects were apprehended in Bauchi State based on credible intelligence and the stolen vehicle was recovered.AIG Ewah commended the operatives of the Ambush Squad “A” for their professionalism and reiterated the Command’s commitment to fighting crime.“The Assistant Inspector General of Police commends operatives of the Ambush Squad ‘A’ for their professionalism, swift response, and commitment to duty. He therefore reiterates the Command’s resolve to rid Plateau State of criminal elements and urges residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities to the nearest Police station,” the statement said.The Command also released emergency and complaint lines for residents:CONTROL ROOM EMERGENCY NUMBERS: 07059473022, 08038907662ACP X-SQUAD: 08034448617PPRO: 08060545670CRU: 08037681026PCB: 09016146804VCRU: 09051145757 Following the report, the Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Plateau State Command, AIG Bassey Ewah, directed a manhunt for the vehicle and suspects.“Upon receipt of the report, the Assistant Inspector General of Police Plateau State Command, AIG Bassey Ewah, psc(++), FCAI, MSPSP, immediately directed all Area Commanders, DPOs and Tactical Team Commanders in the Command to commence an intelligence driven operation to recover the vehicle and apprehend those responsible,” the statement said.Through intelligence and technology, operatives tracked the vehicle to Bauchi State where it was recovered. Two suspects were also arrested.“Through the prompt deployment of intelligence and technology, the operatives successfully tracked the stolen vehicle to Bauchi State, where it was recovered. During the operation, two suspects, one Ibrahim Tijjani, 30 years old, of Labour House, Jos North Local Government Area, and Mohammed Umar, 33 years old, of Angwan Rogo, Jos North Local Government Area, were arrested in connection with the crime,” the statement added.The Police said investigation revealed how the principal suspect, Ibrahim Tijjani, allegedly stole the vehicle key and perfected the theft.Related NewsPolice foil kidnap attempt, rescue four victims in NasarawaPolice arrest fake doctor over N500,000 job scam in Cross RiverAdamawa cleaner nabbed over corper’s N18m car theft“In the course of the investigation, it was revealed that the principal suspect, Ibrahim Tijjani had secretly stolen the key to the victim’s vehicle without the owner’s knowledge. While the owner and other concerned persons were actively searching for the missing key, the suspect was perfecting his plan to steal the vehicle,” the statement said.Police further stated that the suspect deceived both the owner and security personnel to gain access to the vehicle.“Further investigation revealed that the suspect deceitfully persuaded the vehicle owner to park the vehicle at a bakery. He also misled the security personnel at the premises by falsely claiming that the vehicle would remain there temporarily pending the arrival of a replacement key from Port Harcourt. Acting on this false representation, the security personnel allowed the vehicle to remain at the location,” the release noted.“The following day, the suspect returned with the stolen key, gained access to the vehicle, and drove it away before handing it over to his accomplice.”The Command said both suspects were apprehended in Bauchi State based on credible intelligence and the stolen vehicle was recovered.AIG Ewah commended the operatives of the Ambush Squad “A” for their professionalism and reiterated the Command’s commitment to fighting crime.“The Assistant Inspector General of Police commends operatives of the Ambush Squad ‘A’ for their professionalism, swift response, and commitment to duty. He therefore reiterates the Command’s resolve to rid Plateau State of criminal elements and urges residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities to the nearest Police station,” the statement said.The Command also released emergency and complaint lines for residents:CONTROL ROOM EMERGENCY NUMBERS: 07059473022, 08038907662ACP X-SQUAD: 08034448617PPRO: 08060545670CRU: 08037681026PCB: 09016146804VCRU: 09051145757 “Upon receipt of the report, the Assistant Inspector General of Police Plateau State Command, AIG Bassey Ewah, psc(++), FCAI, MSPSP, immediately directed all Area Commanders, DPOs and Tactical Team Commanders in the Command to commence an intelligence driven operation to recover the vehicle and apprehend those responsible,” the statement said.Through intelligence and technology, operatives tracked the vehicle to Bauchi State where it was recovered. Two suspects were also arrested.“Through the prompt deployment of intelligence and technology, the operatives successfully tracked the stolen vehicle to Bauchi State, where it was recovered. During the operation, two suspects, one Ibrahim Tijjani, 30 years old, of Labour House, Jos North Local Government Area, and Mohammed Umar, 33 years old, of Angwan Rogo, Jos North Local Government Area, were arrested in connection with the crime,” the statement added.The Police said investigation revealed how the principal suspect, Ibrahim Tijjani, allegedly stole the vehicle key and perfected the theft.Related NewsPolice foil kidnap attempt, rescue four victims in NasarawaPolice arrest fake doctor over N500,000 job scam in Cross RiverAdamawa cleaner nabbed over corper’s N18m car theft“In the course of the investigation, it was revealed that the principal suspect, Ibrahim Tijjani had secretly stolen the key to the victim’s vehicle without the owner’s knowledge. While the owner and other concerned persons were actively searching for the missing key, the suspect was perfecting his plan to steal the vehicle,” the statement said.Police further stated that the suspect deceived both the owner and security personnel to gain access to the vehicle.“Further investigation revealed that the suspect deceitfully persuaded the vehicle owner to park the vehicle at a bakery. He also misled the security personnel at the premises by falsely claiming that the vehicle would remain there temporarily pending the arrival of a replacement key from Port Harcourt. Acting on this false representation, the security personnel allowed the vehicle to remain at the location,” the release noted.“The following day, the suspect returned with the stolen key, gained access to the vehicle, and drove it away before handing it over to his accomplice.”The Command said both suspects were apprehended in Bauchi State based on credible intelligence and the stolen vehicle was recovered.AIG Ewah commended the operatives of the Ambush Squad “A” for their professionalism and reiterated the Command’s commitment to fighting crime.“The Assistant Inspector General of Police commends operatives of the Ambush Squad ‘A’ for their professionalism, swift response, and commitment to duty. He therefore reiterates the Command’s resolve to rid Plateau State of criminal elements and urges residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities to the nearest Police station,” the statement said.The Command also released emergency and complaint lines for residents:CONTROL ROOM EMERGENCY NUMBERS: 07059473022, 08038907662ACP X-SQUAD: 08034448617PPRO: 08060545670CRU: 08037681026PCB: 09016146804VCRU: 09051145757 Through intelligence and technology, operatives tracked the vehicle to Bauchi State where it was recovered. Two suspects were also arrested.“Through the prompt deployment of intelligence and technology, the operatives successfully tracked the stolen vehicle to Bauchi State, where it was recovered. During the operation, two suspects, one Ibrahim Tijjani, 30 years old, of Labour House, Jos North Local Government Area, and Mohammed Umar, 33 years old, of Angwan Rogo, Jos North Local Government Area, were arrested in connection with the crime,” the statement added.The Police said investigation revealed how the principal suspect, Ibrahim Tijjani, allegedly stole the vehicle key and perfected the theft.Related NewsPolice foil kidnap attempt, rescue four victims in NasarawaPolice arrest fake doctor over N500,000 job scam in Cross RiverAdamawa cleaner nabbed over corper’s N18m car theft“In the course of the investigation, it was revealed that the principal suspect, Ibrahim Tijjani had secretly stolen the key to the victim’s vehicle without the owner’s knowledge. While the owner and other concerned persons were actively searching for the missing key, the suspect was perfecting his plan to steal the vehicle,” the statement said.Police further stated that the suspect deceived both the owner and security personnel to gain access to the vehicle.“Further investigation revealed that the suspect deceitfully persuaded the vehicle owner to park the vehicle at a bakery. He also misled the security personnel at the premises by falsely claiming that the vehicle would remain there temporarily pending the arrival of a replacement key from Port Harcourt. Acting on this false representation, the security personnel allowed the vehicle to remain at the location,” the release noted.“The following day, the suspect returned with the stolen key, gained access to the vehicle, and drove it away before handing it over to his accomplice.”The Command said both suspects were apprehended in Bauchi State based on credible intelligence and the stolen vehicle was recovered.AIG Ewah commended the operatives of the Ambush Squad “A” for their professionalism and reiterated the Command’s commitment to fighting crime.“The Assistant Inspector General of Police commends operatives of the Ambush Squad ‘A’ for their professionalism, swift response, and commitment to duty. He therefore reiterates the Command’s resolve to rid Plateau State of criminal elements and urges residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities to the nearest Police station,” the statement said.The Command also released emergency and complaint lines for residents:CONTROL ROOM EMERGENCY NUMBERS: 07059473022, 08038907662ACP X-SQUAD: 08034448617PPRO: 08060545670CRU: 08037681026PCB: 09016146804VCRU: 09051145757 “Through the prompt deployment of intelligence and technology, the operatives successfully tracked the stolen vehicle to Bauchi State, where it was recovered. During the operation, two suspects, one Ibrahim Tijjani, 30 years old, of Labour House, Jos North Local Government Area, and Mohammed Umar, 33 years old, of Angwan Rogo, Jos North Local Government Area, were arrested in connection with the crime,” the statement added.The Police said investigation revealed how the principal suspect, Ibrahim Tijjani, allegedly stole the vehicle key and perfected the theft.Related NewsPolice foil kidnap attempt, rescue four victims in NasarawaPolice arrest fake doctor over N500,000 job scam in Cross RiverAdamawa cleaner nabbed over corper’s N18m car theft“In the course of the investigation, it was revealed that the principal suspect, Ibrahim Tijjani had secretly stolen the key to the victim’s vehicle without the owner’s knowledge. While the owner and other concerned persons were actively searching for the missing key, the suspect was perfecting his plan to steal the vehicle,” the statement said.Police further stated that the suspect deceived both the owner and security personnel to gain access to the vehicle.“Further investigation revealed that the suspect deceitfully persuaded the vehicle owner to park the vehicle at a bakery. He also misled the security personnel at the premises by falsely claiming that the vehicle would remain there temporarily pending the arrival of a replacement key from Port Harcourt. Acting on this false representation, the security personnel allowed the vehicle to remain at the location,” the release noted.“The following day, the suspect returned with the stolen key, gained access to the vehicle, and drove it away before handing it over to his accomplice.”The Command said both suspects were apprehended in Bauchi State based on credible intelligence and the stolen vehicle was recovered.AIG Ewah commended the operatives of the Ambush Squad “A” for their professionalism and reiterated the Command’s commitment to fighting crime.“The Assistant Inspector General of Police commends operatives of the Ambush Squad ‘A’ for their professionalism, swift response, and commitment to duty. He therefore reiterates the Command’s resolve to rid Plateau State of criminal elements and urges residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities to the nearest Police station,” the statement said.The Command also released emergency and complaint lines for residents:CONTROL ROOM EMERGENCY NUMBERS: 07059473022, 08038907662ACP X-SQUAD: 08034448617PPRO: 08060545670CRU: 08037681026PCB: 09016146804VCRU: 09051145757 The Police said investigation revealed how the principal suspect, Ibrahim Tijjani, allegedly stole the vehicle key and perfected the theft.Related NewsPolice foil kidnap attempt, rescue four victims in NasarawaPolice arrest fake doctor over N500,000 job scam in Cross RiverAdamawa cleaner nabbed over corper’s N18m car theft“In the course of the investigation, it was revealed that the principal suspect, Ibrahim Tijjani had secretly stolen the key to the victim’s vehicle without the owner’s knowledge. While the owner and other concerned persons were actively searching for the missing key, the suspect was perfecting his plan to steal the vehicle,” the statement said.Police further stated that the suspect deceived both the owner and security personnel to gain access to the vehicle.“Further investigation revealed that the suspect deceitfully persuaded the vehicle owner to park the vehicle at a bakery. He also misled the security personnel at the premises by falsely claiming that the vehicle would remain there temporarily pending the arrival of a replacement key from Port Harcourt. Acting on this false representation, the security personnel allowed the vehicle to remain at the location,” the release noted.“The following day, the suspect returned with the stolen key, gained access to the vehicle, and drove it away before handing it over to his accomplice.”The Command said both suspects were apprehended in Bauchi State based on credible intelligence and the stolen vehicle was recovered.AIG Ewah commended the operatives of the Ambush Squad “A” for their professionalism and reiterated the Command’s commitment to fighting crime.“The Assistant Inspector General of Police commends operatives of the Ambush Squad ‘A’ for their professionalism, swift response, and commitment to duty. He therefore reiterates the Command’s resolve to rid Plateau State of criminal elements and urges residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities to the nearest Police station,” the statement said.The Command also released emergency and complaint lines for residents:CONTROL ROOM EMERGENCY NUMBERS: 07059473022, 08038907662ACP X-SQUAD: 08034448617PPRO: 08060545670CRU: 08037681026PCB: 09016146804VCRU: 09051145757 “In the course of the investigation, it was revealed that the principal suspect, Ibrahim Tijjani had secretly stolen the key to the victim’s vehicle without the owner’s knowledge. While the owner and other concerned persons were actively searching for the missing key, the suspect was perfecting his plan to steal the vehicle,” the statement said.Police further stated that the suspect deceived both the owner and security personnel to gain access to the vehicle.“Further investigation revealed that the suspect deceitfully persuaded the vehicle owner to park the vehicle at a bakery. He also misled the security personnel at the premises by falsely claiming that the vehicle would remain there temporarily pending the arrival of a replacement key from Port Harcourt. Acting on this false representation, the security personnel allowed the vehicle to remain at the location,” the release noted.“The following day, the suspect returned with the stolen key, gained access to the vehicle, and drove it away before handing it over to his accomplice.”The Command said both suspects were apprehended in Bauchi State based on credible intelligence and the stolen vehicle was recovered.AIG Ewah commended the operatives of the Ambush Squad “A” for their professionalism and reiterated the Command’s commitment to fighting crime.“The Assistant Inspector General of Police commends operatives of the Ambush Squad ‘A’ for their professionalism, swift response, and commitment to duty. He therefore reiterates the Command’s resolve to rid Plateau State of criminal elements and urges residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities to the nearest Police station,” the statement said.The Command also released emergency and complaint lines for residents:CONTROL ROOM EMERGENCY NUMBERS: 07059473022, 08038907662ACP X-SQUAD: 08034448617PPRO: 08060545670CRU: 08037681026PCB: 09016146804VCRU: 09051145757 Police further stated that the suspect deceived both the owner and security personnel to gain access to the vehicle.“Further investigation revealed that the suspect deceitfully persuaded the vehicle owner to park the vehicle at a bakery. He also misled the security personnel at the premises by falsely claiming that the vehicle would remain there temporarily pending the arrival of a replacement key from Port Harcourt. Acting on this false representation, the security personnel allowed the vehicle to remain at the location,” the release noted.“The following day, the suspect returned with the stolen key, gained access to the vehicle, and drove it away before handing it over to his accomplice.”The Command said both suspects were apprehended in Bauchi State based on credible intelligence and the stolen vehicle was recovered.AIG Ewah commended the operatives of the Ambush Squad “A” for their professionalism and reiterated the Command’s commitment to fighting crime.“The Assistant Inspector General of Police commends operatives of the Ambush Squad ‘A’ for their professionalism, swift response, and commitment to duty. He therefore reiterates the Command’s resolve to rid Plateau State of criminal elements and urges residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities to the nearest Police station,” the statement said.The Command also released emergency and complaint lines for residents:CONTROL ROOM EMERGENCY NUMBERS: 07059473022, 08038907662ACP X-SQUAD: 08034448617PPRO: 08060545670CRU: 08037681026PCB: 09016146804VCRU: 09051145757 “Further investigation revealed that the suspect deceitfully persuaded the vehicle owner to park the vehicle at a bakery. He also misled the security personnel at the premises by falsely claiming that the vehicle would remain there temporarily pending the arrival of a replacement key from Port Harcourt. Acting on this false representation, the security personnel allowed the vehicle to remain at the location,” the release noted.“The following day, the suspect returned with the stolen key, gained access to the vehicle, and drove it away before handing it over to his accomplice.”The Command said both suspects were apprehended in Bauchi State based on credible intelligence and the stolen vehicle was recovered.AIG Ewah commended the operatives of the Ambush Squad “A” for their professionalism and reiterated the Command’s commitment to fighting crime.“The Assistant Inspector General of Police commends operatives of the Ambush Squad ‘A’ for their professionalism, swift response, and commitment to duty. He therefore reiterates the Command’s resolve to rid Plateau State of criminal elements and urges residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities to the nearest Police station,” the statement said.The Command also released emergency and complaint lines for residents:CONTROL ROOM EMERGENCY NUMBERS: 07059473022, 08038907662ACP X-SQUAD: 08034448617PPRO: 08060545670CRU: 08037681026PCB: 09016146804VCRU: 09051145757 “The following day, the suspect returned with the stolen key, gained access to the vehicle, and drove it away before handing it over to his accomplice.”The Command said both suspects were apprehended in Bauchi State based on credible intelligence and the stolen vehicle was recovered.AIG Ewah commended the operatives of the Ambush Squad “A” for their professionalism and reiterated the Command’s commitment to fighting crime.“The Assistant Inspector General of Police commends operatives of the Ambush Squad ‘A’ for their professionalism, swift response, and commitment to duty. He therefore reiterates the Command’s resolve to rid Plateau State of criminal elements and urges residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities to the nearest Police station,” the statement said.The Command also released emergency and complaint lines for residents:CONTROL ROOM EMERGENCY NUMBERS: 07059473022, 08038907662ACP X-SQUAD: 08034448617PPRO: 08060545670CRU: 08037681026PCB: 09016146804VCRU: 09051145757 The Command said both suspects were apprehended in Bauchi State based on credible intelligence and the stolen vehicle was recovered.AIG Ewah commended the operatives of the Ambush Squad “A” for their professionalism and reiterated the Command’s commitment to fighting crime.“The Assistant Inspector General of Police commends operatives of the Ambush Squad ‘A’ for their professionalism, swift response, and commitment to duty. He therefore reiterates the Command’s resolve to rid Plateau State of criminal elements and urges residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities to the nearest Police station,” the statement said.The Command also released emergency and complaint lines for residents:CONTROL ROOM EMERGENCY NUMBERS: 07059473022, 08038907662ACP X-SQUAD: 08034448617PPRO: 08060545670CRU: 08037681026PCB: 09016146804VCRU: 09051145757 AIG Ewah commended the operatives of the Ambush Squad “A” for their professionalism and reiterated the Command’s commitment to fighting crime.“The Assistant Inspector General of Police commends operatives of the Ambush Squad ‘A’ for their professionalism, swift response, and commitment to duty. He therefore reiterates the Command’s resolve to rid Plateau State of criminal elements and urges residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities to the nearest Police station,” the statement said.The Command also released emergency and complaint lines for residents:CONTROL ROOM EMERGENCY NUMBERS: 07059473022, 08038907662ACP X-SQUAD: 08034448617PPRO: 08060545670CRU: 08037681026PCB: 09016146804VCRU: 09051145757 “The Assistant Inspector General of Police commends operatives of the Ambush Squad ‘A’ for their professionalism, swift response, and commitment to duty. He therefore reiterates the Command’s resolve to rid Plateau State of criminal elements and urges residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities to the nearest Police station,” the statement said.The Command also released emergency and complaint lines for residents:CONTROL ROOM EMERGENCY NUMBERS: 07059473022, 08038907662ACP X-SQUAD: 08034448617PPRO: 08060545670CRU: 08037681026PCB: 09016146804VCRU: 09051145757 The Command also released emergency and complaint lines for residents:CONTROL ROOM EMERGENCY NUMBERS: 07059473022, 08038907662ACP X-SQUAD: 08034448617PPRO: 08060545670CRU: 08037681026PCB: 09016146804VCRU: 09051145757