The Oyo State Police Command has arrested a suspected armed robber and recovered a locally made pistol with a live cartridge. The arrest was made during an intelligence-led stop-and-search operation along the Ibadan-Ife Road on September 25, 2026. The operation, conducted by the Command's Safer Highway Patrol, is part of the police's proactive and intelligence-led policing strategies to prevent crime and maintain public safety.
According to Ayanlade Oluseyi Olayinka, Deputy Superintendent of Police and Police Public Relations Officer, the suspect was arrested after a white Mazda bus was intercepted and searched. The bus, driven by Sanusi Afeez Adedamola, was traveling from Ibadan to Ondo State. During the search, Emmanuel Kingsley Odoh, one of the passengers, was found to be in possession of a locally made pistol and a live cartridge.
The recovered firearm and ammunition were immediately secured as exhibits, and the suspect was taken into custody for further investigation. The police also directed that the case be transferred to the Violent Crime Response Unit for discreet investigation, arrest of the rest of the syndicate, and prosecution upon conclusion of the investigation.
The Oyo State Police Command's proactive measures are aimed at preventing crime and maintaining public safety across the state. The command's stop-and-search operations help detect and remove firearms and other prohibited items from circulation, disrupt the movement of criminal elements, and generate actionable intelligence for broader crime-prevention efforts.
The police operation underscores the importance of sustained patrols and intelligence-led stop-and-search operations, particularly along major highways and other identified routes. When conducted professionally, these operations can help prevent crimes and ensure public safety.
The Oyo State Police Command has reassured members of the public, particularly commuters and residents along major highways, of its continued commitment to their safety and security. The command will sustain proactive patrols, intelligence-led stop-and-search operations, and other strategic measures to prevent crime and maintain public safety.
The police have urged members of the public to remain vigilant and provide the police with timely and actionable information to aid in crime prevention. The command's efforts are part of a broader strategy to ensure public safety and prevent crime in Oyo State.
Key points
- The Oyo State Police Command arrested a suspected armed robber and recovered a locally made pistol with a live cartridge along the Ibadan-Ife Road.
- The arrest was made during an intelligence-led stop-and-search operation conducted by the Command's Safer Highway Patrol.
- The police have reassured the public of their continued commitment to safety and security, and will sustain proactive patrols and operations to prevent crime.
