A car theft has shaken the community in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. A black Toyota Corolla, estimated to be 2003 or 2004 model, was stolen within the premises of a popular church in Garrison Junction. The incident occurred on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at about 5:30 p.m. while activities were ongoing at the church.
The owner of the vehicle, Mr. Tochukwu, a member of the church, reported the incident to the Olu-Obasanjo Police Division in D-Line, Port Harcourt. He has appealed to the public for assistance in recovering the vehicle and apprehending the perpetrators. Mr. Tochukwu has provided a contact number for the police control: 08032003514, urging anyone with useful information to come forward.
The Rivers State Police Command has yet to issue an official statement on the incident.
The brazen theft of a car within a church premises in Port Harcourt raises serious questions about security in public spaces. The Rivers State Police Command's silence on the matter is equally concerning. The police must take immediate action to investigate and recover the stolen vehicle. The public deserves to know what measures are being taken to prevent such incidents in the future. The theft of a car is not just a loss for the owner but also a reflection of the state of security in our society, and it is high time the authorities took concrete steps to address this issue.
