Report says a new form of crime is gradually taking root in Isuikwuato Local Government Area of Abia State, as hoodlums are seen uprooting the federal rail lines passing through some communities in the area.
It was gathered that this gang act has being ongoing for a while, and it was discovered that those perpetrating the criminal acts are colluding with locals of the affected communities to uproot the rail-lines which they sell as steel to recycling companies.
Investigations also revealed that the first set of individuals arrested for their involvement in the heinous act were taken to the Isuikwuato Police Station, but were released by the police.
The report said few days ago, another set of hoodlums were also arrested uprooting the rail lines passing through Amaba and Ovim communities in Isuikwuato Council Area, who, as at the
time of filing this report, are still under police custody.
However, the questions begging for answers are… on whose authority are these individuals operating? Do they have the legal authority to attack and merchandise critical national infrastructure just because it is located in their domain?
People of the area are, therefore, advised to rise and protect national assets within their communities and not allow criminal elements destroy assets meant for the good of the generality of the masses.
The call also goes to the Nigerian Police Force to embark on thorough investigation to unmask all those involved in this dastardly act.
The Local Government Chairman of Isuikwuato LGA is also by this medium been called upon to be alive to his responsibility by following up this case to ensure that all those involved in this new phase of criminality in Isuikwuato are prosecuted, to serve as a deterrent to others intending to carry out such acts in the future.
