Police investigate theft of magistrate’s car in Umuahia
A Chief Magistrate in Umuahia, Mrs Ngozi Pearl Lekwa, had her black Toyota Corolla stolen outside the court premises. The Abia State Police Command has started an investigation and is appealing to the public for help. The vehicle was reportedly seen being driven away at high speed by an unknown man. The magistrate emphasized she did not authorize anyone to use the car and still had the key when she discovered the theft.
What happened
- Mrs Ngozi Pearl Lekwa parked her black Toyota Corolla outside the court along Finbarrs Road before going to her office.
- The car was discovered missing shortly after noon when she returned from her duties.
- A friend saw the car being driven away at high speed by a man, but did not raise an alarm, thinking he was sent on an errand.
- Mrs Lekwa had not given anyone permission to use the car and still had the key in her possession.
- The police are investigating and have asked the public to provide any information that could help recover the vehicle.
