Operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Ondo State Command, have apprehended a 28-year-old suspect, Aina Ayotomide, in connection with the theft of a motorcycle reported stolen in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State. The suspect was arrested in the Agbogbo area of Akure while attempting to sell the stolen item.
According to a statement released by the NSCDC Public Relations Officer in Ondo State, DSC Daniel Aidamenbor, the suspect was caught in possession of a wine-coloured Bajaj motorcycle, which was later identified by the rightful owner, Mr. Amire Tope. The motorcycle was reportedly stolen from the Nova School area of Ado-Ekiti and was traced to Akure through coordinated surveillance and community intelligence.
During interrogation, Ayotomide allegedly confessed to the theft, claiming he acted out of desperation after losing a sum of N130,000 belonging to his sister on a sports betting platform. He reportedly stated that the stolen funds, which were entrusted to him for safekeeping, led him to commit the crime in an effort to recover the lost amount and avoid family disgrace.
“The suspect admitted to stealing the motorbike with the intention of selling it in Akure to raise money,” said Aidamenbor. “The rightful owner has since identified the motorcycle, and it is now in the custody of the Command.”
The NSCDC emphasized that regardless of motive, criminal acts such as theft will not be tolerated, and the law will take its full course. The suspect remains in custody and will be charged to court upon the conclusion of the investigation.
Additional Arrest: Suspected Burglar in Custody for Housebreaking in Ondo
In a separate development, the Ondo State Command also paraded another suspect, Tope Andrew, a 30-year-old resident of Olorunsogo, Yaba, Ondo. Andrew was arrested on August 24 for allegedly breaking into a residential compound located in the GRA area of Ondo Town.
According to the Command’s spokesperson, the suspect reportedly stole several items, including solar lights, solar panels, and iron scraps. He later confessed to the burglary and admitted his intention to sell the stolen items for personal gain.
Both suspects are currently in custody and will face prosecution following the completion of all necessary legal procedures.
The NSCDC continues to reaffirm its commitment to protecting lives and property, urging citizens to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities in their communities.
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