The FCT Police Command has recovered the lifeless body of an unidentified suspected vandal who was electrocuted while attempting to vandalize electricity infrastructure belonging to the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC).
FCT Police operatives on January 30, 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.
Confirming the incident, the spokesperson of the command, SP Josephine Adeh, said the FCT Police Command strongly warns individuals against engaging in such criminal activities, emphasizing that vandalization of public infrastructure is a grave offence 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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