The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has announced the arrest of two suspected vandals and the recovery of a significant amount of stolen property.

According to the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Timfon John, she said in a statement that the suspects were arrested on June 29 along Ndiya Street off Aka Road in Uyo.

“On Sunday, June 29, 2025 at about 11:46am, based on credible information about an ongoing act of vandalism along Ndiya Street, off Aka Road, Uyo, operatives of the Command swiftly mobilised to the scene.

“On sighting the police, the suspects took to their heels, but the police went after them and arrested one. Further investigation led to the arrest of a second suspect, who was apprehended at about 3:40pm at Ebiare Afiat Lane, off Aka Road,” John said.

While interrogating the suspects led the police to another suspect now at large believed to be a receiver of stolen goods.

She said that a thorough search of the surrounding area led to the recovery of items suspected to have been stolen.

According to her, items recovered include two large oxygen gas cylinders, one SUMEC Fireman 3000 generator and one Fireman 1800 generator

“Other items include one 12.5kg gas cylinder, one complete mechanic toolbox, two wheelbarrows, one 4kg gas cylinder, one aluminum car wheel, one metal Coca-Cola stand, one tile cutter and one solar light panel among others.”

She called on residents to continue to partner with the police in the fight against crime through timely and useful information for prompt action. The suspects are currently undergoing interrogation, and further investigations are underway to dismantle their network and bring all culprits to justice.