Car stolen in Enugu recovered in Cross River – Police

On November 6, 2026, police in Cross River State arrested a 36-year-old man named Pius Enwa Aidan and recovered a Lexus RX 330 that had been reported stolen from a car wash in Enugu. The recovery of the vehicle took place in Cross River, following a police operation that tracked the stolen car from its original location in Enugu.

The police stated that this recovery is part of ongoing efforts to combat vehicle theft in the region. The arrest of Aidan marks a significant step in the investigation, as he is believed to be involved in the theft. This incident follows a similar recovery of a stolen vehicle reported by police in Anambra State just two weeks prior, indicating a broader issue of car theft in the area. The current situation remains under investigation as authorities continue to address vehicle-related crimes.

Reported by Premium Times, Nigerian Tribune, Daily Post.