Anambra Police Recover Stolen Highlander in Calabar, Arrest Suspect
By Chibuzo Obidike | IchieTimes
The Anambra State Police Command has recovered a Toyota Highlander allegedly stolen in Anambra and traced to Calabar, Cross River State, in an intelligence led operation that also resulted in the arrest of a suspect.
The recovery was made on October 16, 2026, by operatives of the Central Police Station, Onitsha, following intelligence on the vehicle’s whereabouts.
The vehicle, with registration number ENU 387 BB, was reportedly stolen on October 9, 2026. Police identified the arrested suspect as Muonago Chibuze, who is being investigated in connection with the incident.
The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, directed that the recovered vehicle be transferred to the Rapid Response Squad, Awkuzu, for further investigation.
The investigation is expected to establish the circumstances surrounding the alleged theft, determine the suspect’s level of involvement and identify any other persons who may be connected to the incident.
The Police Command reiterated its commitment to recovering stolen property and tackling crime through intelligence gathering and collaboration across state boundaries. It also urged residents to report suspicious activities and provide credible information that could assist crime prevention and detection.
The police statement was signed by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, on October 22, 2026.
