Police Arrest Man Who Stole Lexus Car in Enugu and Fled to Cross River

(Police. Photo by The Guardian Nigeria News)
The police in Cross River State caught a 36 years old man Pius Enwa Aidan. 

Reports stated that the found a black Lexus RX 330.

The car had been stolen from a car wash in Enugu State.

Police say the arrest took place at about 6:10am on Friday along Ikpi Street, Bikobiko, in Ugep, Yakurr Local Government Area.

It came only two hours after officers received a distress report about the stolen vehicle.

The car was taken on November 5, 2026.

Its last known location was traced to Ugep.

Detectives from Yakurr Division began tracking it after getting the report at about 3:55am.

During initial questioning, the suspect admitted to the theft.

The car is now being held at the police station, and the suspect remains in custody.

Investigators are looking into how the theft happened and whether anyone else was involved.

State Police Public Relations Officer ASP Sunday Akata shared the update in a statement on Friday.

Commissioner of Police Ajo Geoffrey Ordue praised the officers for their quick action.

Ajo told criminals to stay out of Cross River and asked neighbor to report anything suspiciuos to the police.