Reported by: Oahimire Omone Precious | Edited by: Oravbiere Osayomore Promise.
The Edo State Security Corps has arrested two suspects in connection with an alleged armed robbery at a human hair store in the GRA area of Benin City, recovering 35 bundles of stolen hair valued at millions of naira. The suspects, identified as Ekobase and Okau, were apprehended following an investigation that leveraged CCTV footage and technical intelligence, according to the Acting Corps Commander, Richard Balogun.
Footage from the shop allegedly captured Ekobase brandishing a gun, threatening workers, and locking them in an inner room, while Okau was seen removing over 90 bundles of human hair from the premises. The stolen products, which reportedly included wigs, were said to be worth millions of naira. Investigators also alleged that the suspects used a minibus painted in the state-approved colour to carry out the operation. Following their arrest, operatives reportedly found 35 bundles of human hair in the suspects’ possession.
The shop owner expressed relief at the arrests, noting that the business had been targeted previously and that efforts had been made to identify the perpetrators. The suspects and the recovered items have since been transferred to the Intelligence Rapid Response Team at the Nigerian Police Force headquarters in Benin City for further investigation and possible prosecution. The Edo State Security Corps has reiterated its commitment to intelligence-led policing and community safety.
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