Troops of Sector 1, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), have arrested a suspected impersonator, Salim Idris, in Plateau State over allegations of phone snatching, impersonating security personnel and causing public disturbance.
The suspect was reportedly arrested around 11:30 a.m. on October 25 at Filin Sukuwa in Jos Local Government Area, following intelligence about his alleged activities.
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Security sources said the troops tracked him down and apprehended him while he was wearing military camouflage.
Preliminary interrogation reportedly linked him to several alleged offences, including phone snatching, public disturbance and impersonation of security agencies.
The suspect remains in military custody as investigations continue.
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