Police arrest robbery suspects and ex-army officers in Ibadan
Two suspected armed robbers have been arrested by the Oyo State Police Command in Ibadan. According to the Command’s spokesperson, Olayinka Ayanlade, the suspects include two dismissed Nigerian Army officers, David Okhaie and Balogun Afolabi, who were allegedly impersonating an Army Captain. The arrests followed a coordinated, intelligence-led operation within the Ibadan metropolis. The police are inviting members of the public who have lost vehicles to come forward for possible identification and recovery.
What happened
- David Okhaie and Balogun Afolabi, both dismissed army corporals, were arrested for armed robbery and impersonation.
- The police recovered a Toyota Camry, Toyota Corolla, Lexus RX 350, and a Super Cargo motorcycle from the suspects.
- The suspects reportedly confessed to the crimes and are assisting with ongoing investigations.
- Members of the public whose vehicle descriptions match the recovered items are urged to present proof of ownership for verification.
- The Oyo State Police Command reaffirmed its commitment to fighting crime and encouraged citizens to provide credible information.
