By Peace Udugba
The Ogun State Police Command has arrested three suspected armed robbers and recovered three stolen vehicles as well as a pistol in a coordinated intelligence-led operation.
According to a press statement, detectives of the Anti-Robbery Squad acted on credible intelligence following reports of vehicle theft within parts of the state. The operation led to the arrest of Hammed Olarewaju, who was found in possession of a suspicious vehicle plate number.
Further investigation resulted in the arrest of Adedokun Ayinde, identified as the alleged leader of a suspected armed robbery syndicate operating across Ogun State and neighbouring states.
During the operation, a Toyota Sienna earlier reported stolen was recovered, along with a fabricated pistol believed to have been used by the suspects.
In a related development, a Toyota Corolla stolen in Ilaro was recovered from one Arowolo Taoreed in Ibadan, Oyo State.
Operatives also arrested Adedokun Adewusi in connection with another robbery case. Investigations led to the recovery of a 2017 Lexus RX 350 F-Sport, traced to Abuja. A pistol recovered in Ajah, Lagos State, was also linked to the criminal network.
Preliminary findings indicate that the suspects are part of a coordinated syndicate involved in vehicle theft and armed robbery activities across multiple states.
Efforts are ongoing to apprehend other fleeing members of the gang and recover additional stolen vehicles.
The Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Bode Ojajuni, commended the operatives for their professionalism and assured residents of the Command’s continued commitment to crime prevention and public safety.
Members of the public are advised to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities through the Ogun State Police Command emergency lines: Gateway Shield (Toll-Free): 0800 000 9111; and 0906 283 7609, 0912 014 1706, 0915 102 7369, 0708 497 2994.
