Police nab suspected car snatcher in Rivers, recover stolen car

Police operatives in Rivers State have arrested a suspected car snatcher, identified as Felix Clark and recovered stolen car in his possession. Police spokesperson in Rivers State, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, in a statement on Wednesday, said the operatives of the anti-cultism unit intercepted the suspect at about 11:30am riding bicycle, and upon searching on him, […]

Police operatives in Rivers State have arrested a suspected car snatcher, identified as Felix Clark and recovered stolen car in his possession.

Police spokesperson in Rivers State, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, in a statement on Wednesday, said the operatives of the anti-cultism unit intercepted the suspect at about 11:30am riding bicycle, and upon searching on him, seven master keys were recovered from him.

She said that following his arrest and subsequent interrogation, a red Hyundai Sonata with registration number, EKY 531 GG, earlier reported stolen, was recovered from his residence.

She disclosed that the suspect has made useful statements and has named other members of his gang operating in Delta, Edo and Lagos states.

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She said: “Operatives of the command attached to Anti-Cultism Unit , on Wednesday, 5th June 2025 at 11:30 hours, led by ASP Attah Alih, while on routine patrol along Abacha Road, GRA, intercepted a male suspect identified as Felix Clark, who was riding a bicycle.

“Upon conducting a search, seven master keys were recovered from the suspect. He was immediately taken to the station for further questioning.

“Following his arrest and subsequent interrogation, a red Hyundai Sonata with registration number, EKY 531 GG, earlier reported stolen, was recovered from his residence.

“The suspect has made a useful statement and has named other members of his gang operating in Delta, Edo, and Lagos states.

“Investigation is ongoing, and further updates will be provided as developments unfold.
“The Commissioner of Police Rivers State, Cp Olugbenga Adewole Adepoju, reiterates its commitment to ensuring the safety and security of lives and property. We encourage members of the public to continue cooperating with the police by providing timely and credible information,” she said.