Police Find Stolen Car from Anambra in Cross River, Arrest Suspect

The Anambra State Police Command has found a Toyota Highlander that was reportedly stolen in Anambra State. They traced the vehicle to Calabar, Cross River State, and arrested a suspect linked to the crime.

The command’s spokesperson, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, shared this news in a statement on Thursday.

Ikenga explained that officers from the Central Police Station in Onitsha recovered the vehicle on October 16 after receiving tips on where to find it.

The suspect arrested is named Muonago Chibuze.

Ikenga mentioned that the vehicle, with registration number ENU 387 BB, was allegedly stolen on October 9, 2026.

The statement noted, "The Anambra State Police Command has achieved another success in its ongoing fight against crime and in recovering stolen property. This follows the recovery of a Toyota Highlander Jeep stolen in Anambra State and traced to Calabar, Cross River State, through reliable information."

He added, "The recovery occurred on October 16, by officers from the Central Police Station in Onitsha, who acted on credible intelligence about the vehicle’s location. During this operation, they also arrested a male suspect named Muonago Chibuze."

Ikenga also pointed out that the Toyota Highlander Jeep, with the registration number ENU 387 BB, was reportedly stolen on October 9, 2026.

He said, "Following the incident, intelligence-led efforts by the Police led to the successful tracing and recovery of the vehicle in Calabar, Cross River State. This shows the value of gathering timely information, proactive policing, and working well with other states to tackle vehicle theft and other crimes."

Ikenga explained that the recovery shows the command’s determination to investigate crimes and recover stolen items, no matter where they were taken from.

He added that this operation stresses the importance of sharing information and coordination among police units in tackling crimes that move across state lines.

The Commissioner of Police in Anambra State, CP Nnanna Ama, has instructed that the recovered vehicle be sent to the Rapid Response Squad in Awkuzu for further investigation.

Ikenga said the investigation will look into what happened during the theft, check the suspect’s involvement, and find out if others are connected to the case.

The commissioner assured the public that the command will keep improving intelligence-led policing, enhance coordination among police units, and work with other security agencies to prevent and investigate crimes.

He also urged people to report any suspicious activities and share information about stolen cars or other crimes with the nearest police station or through known police communication channels.

"The Command emphasizes that good information from the public is a key part of preventing and detecting crime."

"The Anambra State Police Command reaffirms its commitment to follow all legitimate leads, recover stolen property, and ensure that suspects face thorough investigations according to the law."

"We also urge the public to work with the Police as the investigation continues," he added.