By Chioma Onuegbu, Uyo

Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have arrested three employees of an electrical company (name withheld) for allegedly stealing company wires.

The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday in Uyo.

The suspects, identified as Excellent Victor, Favour Kpenu, and Francis Amos, were apprehended while unlawfully removing and concealing electrical wires belonging to the company.

“Upon interrogation, the suspects confessed to the crime. Further investigations are ongoing to determine the extent of their involvement. They will be charged to court upon completion of the investigation,” DSP John stated.

The Commissioner of Police, Baba Mohammed Azare, reaffirmed the command’s commitment to upholding law and order, warning that criminal activities will not be condoned.

The police urged the public to report suspicious activities to aid crime prevention efforts.