The Police Command in the FCT said it would
soon embark on rigorous stop-and-search operation to check the rising cases of
car theft in the territory. The command’s spokesman, DSP Anjuguri Manzah,
disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday in Abuja
.
“The command is going to embark on
vigorous stop-and-search operation along the highways of the FCT, as such,
members of the public are hereby advised to always have proof of ownership of
their cars in their possession to avoid embarrassment. “As a result of the
seeming rise in cases of theft of motor vehicles within FCT, especially the
ones that are easily removed from where they are parked, the command is poised
to take necessary action to stem the tide of the menace,“he said.
Manzah advised car owners to install
trackers, alarm and other anti-theft devices in their cars to avoid falling
victims of the menace. “Car owners should install trackers, alarm and other
anti-theft devices in their cars, lock their cars with either pedal or steering
lock. The police spokesman also advised that cars should be parked at well-lit
area, especially at night, adding that vehicles should be locked at all times,
even while driving. “When parked, keys should not be left in the car.
All the windows and sunroof should
be closed and valuables such as brief cases, hand bags, should not be kept in
public view,“he said. He also advised car owners to learn to endeavour to
memorise their vehicle numbers colour, and any other vital details that would
aid identification of vehicles. “Drivers should endeavour to leave their glass
wind up and apply central door lock, especially when driving in areas poorly
lit.
“As a driver when you are not
comfortable with your passenger, drive to the nearest police stop-and-search
point and lodge your complaint,“he said. Manzah urged the residents to
cooperate with the police by adhering to the recommended tips to prevent rising
cases of car thefts in the territory.
NAN
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