A suspected vandal met a tragic end while attempting to steal electricity infrastructure from the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company in Asokoro, Federal Capital Territory.
The incident occurred on Wednesday, January 30, 2025, near step-down electricity lines at Yakubu Gowon Crescent, Asokoro.
According to Josephine Adeh, FCT Police spokesman, officers responded to a distress call and discovered tools allegedly used for the attempted vandalism. Unfortunately, the suspect's lifeless body was found at the scene, while an accomplice managed to escape before the police arrived.
The FCT Police Command has issued a stern warning against vandalizing public assets, emphasizing that such acts will not be tolerated in the FCT.
"The FCT Police Command strongly warns against engaging in such criminal activities, emphasizing that vandalism of public infrastructure is a serious offense," Adeh stated.
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