Police Recover Lifeless Body Of Vandal Who Attempted To Steal AEDC Cables
Posted on January 31, 2025
The FCT Police Command has recovered the lifeless body of an unidentified suspected vandal, who got electrocuted while attempting to vandalize electricity infrastructure belonging to the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC).
P.M.EXPRESS reports as was disclosed by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh.
She stated: “On 30th January, 2025, FCT Police operatives responded to a distress call put through to the FCT Police Command’s Control Room and discovered the lifeless body near step-down electricity lines at Yakubu Gowon Crescent, Asokoro. Tools used for the vandalization were also recovered at the scene, while his accomplice had already fled”.
“The FCT Police Command strongly warns individuals against engaging in such criminal activities, emphasizing that vandalization of public infrastructure is a grave offense that will not be tolerated within the Federal Capital Territory. Security operatives remain on high alert to apprehend perpetrators and ensure the protection of critical national assets.”
Residents are encouraged to report any suspicious activities to the Police via the following emergency numbers: 08061581938, 08032003913, 08028940883, 07057337653. Complaint Response Unit: 08107314192, Public Complaint Bureau: 09022222352.
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