‎The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has arrested a pastor, Edwin Nwabueze, and another suspect, Sadiq Jamiu, over the alleged theft of a Toyota Camry in Abuja.

‎The vehicle was reportedly stolen at UTC Plaza in the Garki area of the Federal Capital Territory.

‎The police said Nwabueze, who identified himself as a pastor with Salvation Power Bible Ministry in the North Bank area of Benue State, was arrested at his residence on October 27, following investigations into the theft.

‎According to a statement issued on Friday by the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, Josephine Adeh, the suspect hails from Oji River, Enugu State, but resides in Benue.

‎The police said Nwabueze led operatives to another location, where his alleged accomplice, Jamiu, was arrested.

‎“Preliminary investigations have also linked the suspect to previous arrests by the Benue State Police Command in connection with vehicle theft cases,” the statement said.

‎The command further alleged that the suspects belonged to an interstate vehicle theft syndicate involved in stealing and selling vehicles across different states.

‎“Investigations are ongoing to establish the full extent of the syndicate’s operations and apprehend other members who are currently at large,” the statement added.

‎The police added that the suspects remained in custody and would be charged in court after investigations were concluded.

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