Lagos Rapid Response Squad arrests suspected vandal on Third mainland bridge

On Friday, the Lagos Rapid Response Squad (RRS) operatives apprehended an 18-year-old suspect, Mubarak Abdullahi, for allegedly vandalizing the newly renovated Third Mainland Bridge by removing LED road stud lights. The arrest occurred around 10 a.m.

In a statement shared on X.com, it was revealed that Abdullahi, a resident of Makoko, had already removed 10 LED lights when he was caught in the act by RRS operatives on patrol.

The statement read: “Operatives of Lagos Rapid Response Squad (RRS) around 10 a.m. on Friday arrested a suspected vandal removing LED road stud lights on the newly-renovated Third Mainland Bridge.

“The suspect, Mubarak Abdullahi (18), living in Makoko, had, at the time of his arrest, removed 10 of the LED road stud lights screwed to the road to enhance the visibility of road users.

“The suspect was caught red-handed by the operatives on patrol of the bridge around 10:00 a.m. today.”

The LED road stud lights are crucial for improving visibility and safety for road users on the Third Mainland Bridge. The arrest highlights ongoing efforts by the Lagos Rapid Response Squad to maintain the integrity of public infrastructure and ensure the safety of commuters.