Man steals bus in Lagos, caught while altering its body in Ogun

The police in Ogun State have arrested one Wariz Taofeek for allegedly stealing a minibus in the Ikorodu area of Lagos State.

It was gathered that the suspect was apprehended by the Divisional Police Officer in Ifo, Ogun State, while attempting to alter the body of the bus in a mechanic’s workshop.

Police spokesperson of the command, Omolola Odutola, said the suspect was caught through “the impressive verification skills of an automobile mechanic.

“The mechanic became suspicious when Taofeek and another individual brought a mini bus with registration number, BDG 104 YH, to his workshop for repairs. Realising that the vehicle might be stolen, the mechanic requested the necessary documents from the suspects, before he could commence repairs, which they were unable to provide. He also asked for the phone number of the rightful owner of the bus, but the suspects could not provide any particulars. 

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“In an attempt to deceive the mechanic, the suspects asked to use the mechanic’s phone to call the owner of the bus, hoping to insert their own SIM card. However, the mechanic’s quick wits allowed him to see through their ruse, and the suspects managed to escape the scene.”