Baghdad: Othman Anbouba, a suspect known for stealing gas cylinders from residential homes, was apprehended in Baghdad. The Karkh Police Command announced the arrest on Thursday, highlighting the successful operation carried out by the Karkh Anti-Crime Directorate/Mansour Anti-Crime Department.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the arrest followed a strategic investigation initiated by the police units, which involved gathering essential information, conducting field and technical investigations, and forming a specialized team. The suspect, who went by the nickname “Othman Anbouba,” was identified and tracked despite his continuous efforts to elude capture by frequently changing his residence.

The police statement detailed that the suspect was finally cornered and arrested in a well-executed ambush set up inside a hotel. This operation was conducted after securing the necessary legal approvals, which enabled the authorities to take appropriate legal actions against him. The arrest of Anbouba marks a significant achievement in the efforts to curb theft-related crimes in the capital.