Police Arrest Three Suspects, Recover Stolen Vehicle In Enugu

Police in Enugu State have recovered a Toyota Avensis car reportedly stolen from Otukpo, Benue State, over three months ago. The operation also led to the arrest of three suspects allegedly connected to the theft.

In a statement released by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Daniel Ndukwe, the recovery was made on October 13, 2025, around 2:10 p.m. at Ibagwa-Nike, Enugu. The operation was carried out by officers attached to the Unity Police Division, following a credible intelligence report.

The arrested suspects were identified as Ernest Oshi (51), Ukpai Ifeanyi (36), and Ogbuzulu David (32). According to police investigations, the vehicle had been stolen on June 29, 2025, from where it was parked in Otukpo, Benue State.

Preliminary findings revealed that Ernest Oshi bought the car from a mechanic Ukpai Ifeanyi, who had earlier purchased it from car dealer Ogbuzulu David. Further investigation showed that David allegedly acquired the vehicle from a mechanic based in Benue State.

The suspects have reportedly confessed to varying degrees of involvement in the case as investigations continue.

SP Ndukwe confirmed that both the recovered vehicle and the suspects have been transferred to the Benue State Police Command, which has jurisdiction over the original theft, for further investigation and prosecution.

He reaffirmed the Enugu State Police Command’s commitment to strengthening inter-state collaboration in the fight against vehicle theft and other criminal activities across Nigeria.