Reported by: Oahimire Omone Precious | Edited by: Oravbiere Osayomore Promise.
Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested a suspected armed robber and recovered a locally fabricated pistol as well as assorted charms during a routine patrol in the Igando area of the state. The arrest, which took place on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, is part of the command's sustained efforts to combat crime and criminality across Lagos State.
According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abimbola Adebisi, the arrest was made when a police patrol team sighted a motorcycle conveying three male occupants behaving suspiciously. On sighting the police, the suspects attempted to flee. One of the suspects, Olajunja Segun Samson, 29 years old, was apprehended while the two other suspects escaped, abandoning the motorcycle.
A search conducted on the suspect and the abandoned motorcycle led to the recovery of one locally fabricated pistol and assorted charms. The suspect is currently in police custody while efforts are being intensified to apprehend the fleeing accomplices. Investigation into the case is ongoing.
The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Tijani Fatai, commended the operatives for their vigilance and professionalism. He reassured residents of the command's unwavering commitment to tackling violent crimes and urged members of the public to continue providing timely and credible information that will aid crime prevention and the apprehension of criminal elements.
The command also encouraged residents to report suspicious activities through the Lagos State Police Command's emergency lines for prompt police response. The emergency lines are 07061019374, 08065154338, 08063299264, 08039344870, 08080193432 (Marine), and 09168630929.
The arrest of Olajunja Segun Samson and the recovery of the locally fabricated pistol and charms represent a significant success in the command's ongoing efforts to rid Lagos State of violent criminals. The vigilance of the patrol team in identifying suspicious behaviour and acting swiftly to apprehend the suspect demonstrates the effectiveness of proactive policing in preventing crime. As investigations continue, the police have urged members of the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station or through the command's emergency lines.
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