DSS Arrests Kogi Man In Tactical Uniform With Fake Pistol; Suspect Claims Uniform Belonged To Late Brother | Sahara Reporters

It was gathered that Maiye was found wearing a DSS tactical uniform when he was arrested. He was also allegedly carrying a fake pistol at the time of his apprehension.

The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested a Kogi State indigene accused of posing as an operative of the secret police and allegedly using the disguise to intimidate and extort motorists and commuters in Abuja.

The suspect, identified as Moferewa Maiye from Agbajojun Village in Mopamuro Local Government Area of Kogi State, was arrested by DSS operatives on Wednesday night around NITEL Junction, along Adetokunbo Ademola Way in the Wuse II area of the Federal Capital Territory.

It was gathered that Maiye was found wearing a DSS tactical uniform when he was arrested. He was also allegedly carrying a fake pistol at the time of his apprehension.

The arrest reportedly followed intelligence received by the Service concerning an individual allegedly masquerading as a security operative and using the appearance of authority to harass members of the public and demand money from them.

The suspect was subsequently taken into custody for questioning, where he reportedly told investigators that the DSS uniform and other items found in his possession belonged to his late brother, identified as Monday Maiye.

He allegedly claimed that his brother had served with the DSS before his death and that he had retained the uniform and other items.

Investigators are now working to determine whether the suspect had previously used the uniform and fake firearm to impersonate DSS personnel, as well as the duration and extent of his alleged activities.

The security source said the DSS was also investigating how Maiye obtained the tactical uniform and other items associated with the Service.

The arrest comes amid security concerns over criminals who allegedly impersonate law enforcement personnel to gain access to unsuspecting members of the public, intimidate them or facilitate other criminal activities.

The DSS has continued to warn against the unauthorised use of its uniforms, insignia and other official materials, particularly where such items are deployed to commit crimes or deceive members of the public.