Posted by Chinenye on Thu 22nd Oct, 2026 - tori.ng
A Toyota Highlander stolen in Anambra has been found in another state after police followed a lead.
(The recovered vehicle. Photo Credit: Police)
The Anambra State Police Command has recovered a Toyota Highlander that was stolen in the state.
Police tracked the vehicle to Calabar in Cross River State.
Operatives from the Central Police Station in Onitsha recovered the car on October 16 after getting intelligence on where it was.
They also arrested a suspect, Muonago Chibuze.
The vehicle, with registration ENU 387 BB, was reportedly stolen on October 9, 2026.
Police spokesperson SP Tochukwu Ikenga said the recovery shows the value of tips from the public and cooperation between police units across state lines.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Nnanna Ama, has ordered the car to be moved to the Rapid Response Squad in Awkuzu for further investigation.
Police will look into how the theft happened, what role the suspect played and whether others are involved.
Residents have been asked to report suspicious activity and any information about stolen vehicles to the nearest police station.