The Kogi State Vigilante Service (KSVS) has apprehended a serial thief, identified as Lamidi Amoto Lucky, in Inorere Ogaminana, Adavi Local Government Area.
The suspect was arrested on January 27, 2025, at approximately 4:00 AM by operatives of the KSVS Adavi Command.
Recovered Stolen Items
KSVS spokesperson, S.O. Saka, disclosed in a statement issued in Lokoja on Friday, January 31, that the suspect was found in possession of two Butterfly sewing machines, raising suspicions of theft.
“Upon interrogation, the suspect confessed to stealing the sewing machines from Ihima in Okehi LGA. Further investigation revealed that he had also stolen additional items, including:
- One sewing machine
- Itel A60 and Oppo Android phones
- One gasoline grinding engine
- One 3kg gas cylinder
- Three 6-yard wrappers
- Two cooking pots
- Two bed sheets
- A few shirts
All stolen items were successfully recovered by the vigilante operatives.
Suspect Handed Over to Police
The suspect and the recovered exhibits have been transferred to the Nigeria Police Force, Adavi Division, for further investigation and prosecution.
The Kogi State Vigilante Service has urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to security agencies to enhance safety and security in the state.