The Western Central Regional Police Command has arrested a man for allegedly stealing a Toyota Land Cruiser belonging to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) at Tarkwa in the Western Region.

According to the police, the suspect, identified as Salifu Gariba, was apprehended by officers from the Northern Regional Police Command on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at Kukobila along the Tamale-Bolgatanga highway.

The police indicated that the stolen Toyota Land Cruiser, with registration number GS 1845-23, was recovered during the arrest.

Preliminary investigations reveal that the vehicle was stolen in the early hours of Tuesday, April 15, 2025, from the residence of an EPA employee at Budo City, a suburb of Tarkwa.

Police authorities have confirmed that Salifu Gariba is currently in custody and will be processed for court.

The police have assured the public of their continued commitment to ensuring the safety of lives and property across the country.