Suspected Fake Soldier Arrested Over Phone Snatching in Jos

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Troops of Operation Enduring Peace have arrested a man accused of posing as a security officer and snatching phones in Jos North, Plateau State. The suspect, Salim Idris, was arrested at Filin Sukuwa at about 11:30 a.m. on October 25, 2026, following intelligence on his alleged activities. He was reportedly wearing military camouflage when troops apprehended him. Preliminary investigations linked him to alleged phone snatching, public disturbance and impersonation of security personnel. He is being held for further investigation.

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