The Ogun State Police Command has announced the arrest of 11 suspects and the recovery of stolen vehicles, firearms, and ATM cards during operations between September 16 and September 26. According to the police spokesperson, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, the successes were achieved through targeted operations, intelligence gathering, and proactive enforcement across various divisions. The operations resulted in the recovery of two suspected stolen vehicles, three firearms, and 25 ATM cards.
The police command recorded multiple successes across the state within an 11-day period under the leadership of Commissioner of Police, CP Bode Ojajuni. DSP Babaseyi stated that detectives from the Owode-Egba Division recovered a stolen commercial TVS motorcycle at Mokoloki Village on September 17 and arrested two suspects. The command's efforts aim to enhance security and curb criminal activities in the state.
Operatives of the Olorunda Division arrested two suspects conveying allegedly stolen electrical materials along Ayetoro Road on September 19. Additionally, SWAT operatives arrested three suspects around Dalemo, Ota, on September 21, after intercepting an unregistered tricycle and motorcycle allegedly linked to a vehicle theft. These arrests demonstrate the police command's commitment to proactive policing.
The Igbesa Division arrested a 45-year-old suspect over an alleged N2.5 million fraud, recovering 25 ATM cards and several mobile phones. This operation highlights the police command's efforts to combat financial crimes and protect residents' assets. The suspect's arrest and the recovery of ATM cards and mobile phones are significant achievements for the police.
SWAT operatives also arrested two suspected cult members and recovered one pump-action rifle and two locally made pistols during an operation. Furthermore, detectives in Ijebu-Ode recovered a suspected stolen Safira vehicle and arrested a suspect following discreet investigation and intelligence gathering. These successes demonstrate the police command's ability to tackle various crimes.
Commissioner of Police, Bode Ojajuni, commended the officers for their professionalism and urged residents to remain vigilant and provide credible information to the police. The commissioner's statement emphasizes the importance of community collaboration in maintaining peace and security across Ogun. Residents are encouraged to work with the police to ensure a safer environment.
The Ogun State Police Command assured residents of its commitment to proactive policing and maintaining peace and security across the state. The command's efforts aim to build trust and confidence among residents. Key achievements include the arrest of 11 suspects, recovery of stolen vehicles and firearms, and the disruption of cult and financial crimes.
Key points
- The Ogun State Police Command arrested 11 suspects and recovered stolen vehicles, firearms, and ATM cards during operations between September 16 and September 26.
- The police command's successes were achieved through targeted operations, intelligence gathering, and proactive enforcement across various divisions.
- The Commissioner of Police, Bode Ojajuni, commended the officers for their professionalism and urged residents to remain vigilant and provide credible information to the police.
