Reported by: Ijeoma G | Edited by: Oravbiere Osayomore Promise.
Operatives of the Ogun State Police Command have arrested three suspected armed robbers and recovered three stolen vehicles, along with a fabricated pistol, in coordinated intelligence‑led operations. The suspects – Hammed Olarewaju, Adedokun Ayinde, and Adedokun Adewusi – were apprehended by detectives of the Anti‑Robbery Squad following months of surveillance and increasing reports of vehicle theft across the state.The breakthrough began when operatives intercepted Olarewaju, who was found in possession of a suspicious vehicle plate number. Further inquiry led to the arrest of Ayinde, identified as the leader of an armed robbery syndicate operating within parts of the state. During the operation, officers recovered a Toyota Sienna that had earlier been reported stolen, as well as a fabricated pistol believed to have been used in armed robberies.
In a related development, a Toyota Corolla stolen from Ilaro was traced and recovered in Ibadan, Oyo State, where it was found in the possession of Arowolo Taoreed. Similarly, Adewusi was arrested in connection with another armed robbery case. Investigations linked him to a stolen 2017 Lexus RX 350 F‑Sport that was traced to Abuja. A second pistol was also recovered in Ajah, Lagos State, and is believed to be connected to the same criminal network.
The Police Public Relations Officer, Oluseyi Babaseyi, confirmed that the operation was triggered by credible intelligence and sustained surveillance. He explained that the investigation initially led to the arrest of Olarewaju, a breakthrough that exposed a wider criminal network. Preliminary findings indicate that the suspects are part of a coordinated syndicate involved in vehicle theft and armed robbery across Ogun State and neighbouring states. Efforts are ongoing to apprehend other fleeing members of the syndicate and recover more stolen vehicles.
The Commissioner of Police, Bode Ojajuni, commended the operatives for their professionalism and reaffirmed the command’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives and property. He said, “This operation reflects the command’s dedication to intelligence‑led policing and the fight against violent crime. We will continue to ensure that criminal elements have no safe haven in Ogun State.” He assured residents that efforts were ongoing to apprehend fleeing members of the syndicate and recover additional stolen vehicles. The command urged members of the public to remain vigilant and to report suspicious activities through its emergency lines, assuring that intelligence‑driven policing would be sustained to dismantle criminal networks.
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