Police operatives arrest two fake officers dressed in Military uniform
Police operatives arrest two fake officers dressed in Military uniform
One Emmanuel Linus and Moses Daniel hav been arrested by operatives from the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command for posing as Nigerian Army officers.
The suspects were apprehended on November 30, 2024, around 2:00 p.m. while Linus was dressed in full Nigerian Army camouflage.
During questioning, Linus presented a fraudulent military ID that listed December 20, 2024, as his birth date, which immediately raised suspicion.
Further investigations uncovered that Linus is allegedly linked to a criminal syndicate involved in defrauding unsuspecting individuals.
FCT Commissioner of Police, Tunji Disu, made the revelation during a press briefing at the Command’s Headquarters in Garki II, Abuja, where several other criminal suspects were paraded.
He said, “The group reportedly purchases goods and services using fake bank alerts to deceive sellers.
“The police have commenced a thorough investigation into the matter, with efforts ongoing to identify and apprehend other members of the syndicate.
“Authorities have assured the public that additional updates will be provided as investigations progress.
“In a related development the FCT CP reveal that the Command’s operatives also arrested a dismissed police officer and one person for vandalism in Abuja.
“In the last two months of 2024, I have set a firm agenda focusing on intensifying efforts to combat crime, particularly vandalism, in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
“This agenda emphasizes increased patrols, community engagement, and strategic responses to emerging threats, including the rampant vandalism of streetlights and public infrastructure.
“In line with this commitment, the FCT Police Command, following five days of surveillance after noticing suspicious movements around manholes in the area, made a significant breakthrough.
“On November 29, 2024, at approximately 3:49 AM, a distress call was received regarding the vandalism of streetlight poles behind the Foreign Affairs Office in Abuja. Acting swiftly, operatives apprehended two suspects, Mr. Awal Mustaf and Mr. David Avid Maji (a dismissed police officer), during the operation.
“The stolen streetlight cables, property of the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCTA), were estimated to be worth between ₦20 million and ₦25 million.
“Items recovered from the suspects include, Two medium-sized streetlight poles – Several large streetlight poles – Cables Both suspects are currently in custody and undergoing comprehensive investigation.”
