The Plateau State Police Command has issued a warning to the public regarding a criminal cartel operating in Kworos-Gangare, Barkin-Ladi LGA, who are disguising themselves as police officers to deceive and rob unsuspecting motorcyclists, particularly commercial bike riders, commonly known as ‘okada.’
According to a statement released by DSP Alfred Alabo, the Police Public Relations Officer, the criminals intercept motorcyclists on the road, pretending to be police officers. They then convince the riders to hand over their motorcycles, claiming they need to rush to a police station for official business. However, once in possession of the bikes, the impostors flee and do not return.
The Commissioner of Police for Plateau State, CP Emmanuel Olugbemiga Adesina, has urged the public to remain vigilant and avoid falling victim to this scheme. He assured that the police have implemented measures to apprehend the perpetrators and dismantle the cartel.
Furthermore, the Police Command reminded the public that the ban on the use of commercial motorcycles within Jos and Bukuru metropolis remains in force. The public is encouraged to report any suspicious activities or misconduct by police officers through the provided emergency and complaint response unit numbers.
For emergencies or to report any suspicious activity, citizens can contact the following numbers:
Police Control Room Emergency Numbers:
– 07059473022
– 08038907662
– 08075391844
– 09053872296
Plateau State Complaint Response Unit (CRU) Numbers:
– 08032894787 (ACP IGP-X Squad)
– 08060545670 (PPRO)
– 08037681026
– 08067884627
– 08069638786
– 08066709795
The police are committed to ensuring the safety of the public and are working diligently to put an end to this criminal activity.
