The
increase in the rate of car thefts in the capital of Nigeria has
prompted security operatives to intensify the patrol exercises.
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has said it is
embarking on rigorous stop and search exercise because of the rising
incidence of car theft in Abuja.
The command stated that the vigorous stop-and-search operation will
be mainly carried out along highways of the City centre to check the
criminality.
The FCT police spokesman, Anjuguri Manzah, in a statement,
therefore, advised motorists to have the proof of ownership of their
vehicles in their possession to avoid embarrassment.
He counseled car owners on various ways to protect their vehicles,
noting that the command was working assiduously to arrest the nefarious
elements perpetrating the crime in the FCT.
Manzah stated that most stolen vehicles were removed from the
parking lot and advised owners to install trackers or use pedal or
steering lock to guard against theft.
He said, “The command would embark on a vigorous
stop-and-search along the highways; as such members of the public are
hereby advised to always have proof of ownership of their cars in their
possession to avoid embarrassment by the police.”
The police said cars should be parked in well-lit areas, especially
at night, adding that vehicles should be locked even while driving.
“When parked, keys should not be left in the car and all the
windows and sunroof should be closed; valuables, such as briefcases,
handbags, should not be kept in public view and do not leave your
original particulars in your car,” the command advised.
Manzah called on residents to cooperate with the police by adhering to the tips.
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