The Cross River State Police Command has arrested a 36-year-old man, identified as Pius Enwa Aidan, over the alleged theft of a Lexus RX 330 stolen from a car wash in Enugu State.
The suspect was arrested around 6:10 am on Friday along Ikpi Street, Bikobiko, Ugep, in Yakurr Local Government Area of Cross River State.
The police said the vehicle, a black Lexus RX 330, was stolen on November 5, 2026, before its last known location was traced to Ugep.
According to the command, detectives attached to the Yakurr Police Division began a tracking operation after receiving a distress report at about 3:55 am on Friday.
The operation led to the arrest of the suspect and the recovery of the vehicle a few hours later.
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During preliminary investigations, the suspect reportedly confessed to his involvement in the theft.
The recovered Lexus has been taken to the police station, while the suspect remains in custody as investigations continue to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and identify possible accomplices.
The Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Sunday Akata, announced the development in a statement on Friday.
The Commissioner of Police, Ajo Geoffrey Ordue, praised the officers for their prompt response and warned criminals against using Cross River State as a safe haven.
The command also appealed to residents to report suspicious movements and criminal activities to the nearest police station.
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