Residents have raised concerns after two men allegedly posing as shoe repairers were arrested following suspicions that they were using the disguise to gain access to homes and steal clothes and other valuables.

The suspects were reportedly operating along Poly Road in the Aba area of the Federal Polytechnic road Ado-Ekiti when residents noticed their unusual behaviour and raised the alarm.

According to community reports, the two men allegedly used the appearance of everyday shoe repairers as a cover while targeting nearby homes for theft.

Their swift arrest has been welcomed by residents, who praised the community’s vigilance and quick response to the suspicious activities.

The incident has, however, renewed concerns over the tactics allegedly used by criminals to conceal their identities, with residents urged to remain alert to unfamiliar individuals operating around residential areas.

Community members have also been encouraged to promptly report suspicious movements or activities to security agencies rather than taking matters into their own hands.

Residents are advised to remain vigilant, particularly when allowing unfamiliar persons access to their homes, as criminals may disguise themselves as legitimate workers or traders to gain people’s trust.

The incident is expected to further heighten security awareness among residents of Ado-Ekiti and surrounding communities.