Suspected cable vandal, Mukhtar Rabie, was electrocuted whereas making an attempt to steal excessive voltage cables within the Federal Capital Territory.
The incident occurred on November 28, 2024, simply weeks after Rabiot was arrested and sentenced for the same crime.
This got here in an announcement by the spokeswoman for the Anti-Terrorism Zone Police Command, Josephine Adeh, on Monday.
Adeh mentioned Rabiu was initially arrested on November 21, 2024, throughout a routine patrol alongside Christ the King Highway in Gwagwalada.
She mentioned he was arrested in possession of excessive voltage cables believed to have been stolen from the Abuja Electrical energy Distribution Firm.
She added that when he appeared in court docket, Rabiu was sentenced to neighborhood service, which included receiving 42 strokes of the cane.
Adeh mentioned the punishment didn’t deter Rabiot from his felony actions.
“However this time, karma intervened. 11/28/2024, After a couple of weeks of neighborhood service, whereas attempting to dismantle {the electrical} gadget, Rabiu was severely electrocuted, leaving him severely injured. Adiyeh added that he’s now receiving medical therapy on the hospital.
She mentioned that when he recovers, expenses can be filed in opposition to him.
Uday warned criminals in opposition to sabotaging public infrastructure.
“The FCT management reiterates its steadfast dedication to defending important infrastructure and has issued a stern warning in opposition to acts of vandalism and theft of public services,” she mentioned. “Such actions not solely put individuals’s lives in danger, but in addition disrupt important providers that communities depend upon.”
In mild of those occasions, the police urge residents to be vigilant and report any suspicious actions to the closest middle or via the command’s emergency strains. Neighborhood engagement is important within the battle in opposition to vandalism, making certain a safer surroundings for everybody.
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