By: Fatmata Grace Okekearu (Bo City)
In a shocking incident that highlights the escalating issue of burglary and housebreaking in Bo City, a 20-year-old boy, identified as Abdul Gbondo, was apprehended by mechanics at a garage adjacent to the abandoned Vicani Night Club in New London during the early hours of October 17, 2023, at 5:00 AM.
The young suspect was found inside a garage store filled with valuable vehicle parts. What adds a startling twist to this story is the revelation that Abdul Gbondo is the son of a police officer, whose identity is being withheld, attached to the Regional Division of the Criminal Investigations Department in Bo.
Abdul Gbondo confessed to stealing an engine block and several vehicle parts a few days ago, along with another boy who was also apprehended for theft in the city recently. The stolen items were subsequently sold to a local businessman in Shellmingo, Bo.
This incident comes on the heels of another troubling development. It was revealed that the businessman who allegedly bought the stolen engine block compensated the original owners from the money he paid to procure the stolen items. This raises questions about the extent of involvement and complicity in these illegal activities.
The suspect’s father, while speaking about his son’s criminal activities, disclosed that Abdul Gbondo had been recently released from Bo Prison. In a series of unfortunate events, he had stolen valuable properties belonging to his mother and had been on the run until being discovered on the 17 October 2023.
Bo City is grappling with a surge in burglary and housebreaking incidents, and the police’s efforts to combat this menace appear to be ineffective. This case, involving a police officer’s son, underscores the urgency of addressing this growing problem before it further tarnishes the city’s security and reputation.
Authorities and citizens alike are left wondering what measures will be taken to curb this escalating wave of criminal activity within the city’s borders.