The Oyo State police command has apprehended a suspected serial burglar, Nasiru Abiodun, following a report from concerned residents of Oyewole Zone 2, Ile-Igbon, Ejiooku/Iyana Offa area of Ibadan. The arrest was made at about 9:45 a.m. on Saturday, according to the command's spokesman, Ayanlade Olayinka. The suspect was found with a sack bag containing house cables and other valuable items estimated at ₦3,000,000.
The suspect confessed to burgling four residential apartments in the area and stealing house cables, mobile phones, motorcycle batteries, and other household items. The total value of the stolen property across the four incidents was estimated at N16.22 million, with some of the items recovered from the suspect. The police are working to recover the remaining stolen items and apprehend all individuals suspected of receiving the stolen property.
According to Ayanlade Olayinka, operatives visited the identified crime scenes to establish relevant facts and advance the investigation. The police are intensifying efforts to ensure that all stolen items are recovered and that those involved in the crime are brought to justice. The suspect's arrest is a significant breakthrough in the fight against crime in the state.
The Oyo State police command is urging residents to be vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities. The command is working to strengthen its patrols and surveillance in the state to prevent future incidents of burglary. Residents are advised to take necessary precautions to secure their homes and properties.
The police have not disclosed any information about the suspect's background or previous criminal records. However, the arrest has sent a strong message to potential burglars that the police are committed to fighting crime in the state. The suspect is currently in police custody and will be arraigned in court soon.
The Oyo State police command is working to improve its response to crime and ensure that justice is served. The command is urging residents to cooperate with the police and provide any information that may lead to the recovery of stolen items or the apprehension of suspects. The police are committed to making the state a safer place for residents.
The arrest of the suspected serial burglar is a significant achievement for the Oyo State police command. The police will continue to work tirelessly to prevent and investigate crimes in the state. The recovered stolen items will be returned to their rightful owners once they are identified.
Key points
- The Oyo State police have arrested a suspected serial burglar and recovered stolen items worth over N16 million.
- The suspect confessed to burgling four residential apartments in Ibadan and stealing various items.
- The police are working to recover the remaining stolen items and apprehend all individuals suspected of receiving the stolen property.
