The police command in Akwa Ibom says it has apprehended two suspected vandals in separate incidents.

The police public relations officer, Timfon John, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday.

Ms John said that one of the suspects was apprehended on July 19 for vandalism of aluminium window frames, electrical wires, and cables at Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, Ikot Osurua.

She said the police received a distress call from a member of the public about vandalism at one of the buildings at the polytechnic and responded swiftly to arrest the suspect.

“Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect specialises in vandalism and theft of aluminium window frames, electrical wires, and cables.

“Exhibits recovered from him include cut-to-size aluminium window frames and electrical cables.

“During interrogation, the suspect confessed to the crime while the investigation is ongoing,” Ms John said.

The police spokesperson said the second suspect stole an industrial block molding machine vibrator and was arrested at the Ikot Ekpene International Market project site along the Calabar–Itu Road.

She said the stolen machine was successfully recovered, while efforts were being intensified to apprehend other accomplices who are currently at large.

Ms John reiterated the command’s commitment to protecting public infrastructure and safeguarding lives and property.

The command further urges residents to remain security-conscious and continue to partner with the police by providing timely and credible information on suspicious activities within their communities.

(NAN)