Edo ex-convict arrested for robbery and gun possession
A 45-year-old ex-convict, Owen Osas, has been arrested by operatives of the Edo State Security Corps for alleged armed robbery and illegal possession of firearms. Osas was reportedly apprehended along Fishpond Road in Eyean, Uhunmwonde Local Government Area. He was found with a cut-to-size single-barrel gun and confessed to being a member of the Eiye Confraternity. The arrest follows his recent release from prison, where he served time for similar offences.
What happened
- Owen Osas was arrested by the Edo State Security Corps for alleged armed robbery and unlawful possession of firearms.
- He was apprehended on May 3 during a covert operation in Eyean, Uhunmwonde Local Government Area.
- At the time of arrest, Osas was found with a cut-to-size single-barrel gun and admitted to being part of the Eiye Confraternity.
- A robbery victim, Reginia Izy, identified Osas as the person who allegedly robbed her a day before his arrest.
- Deputy Commander, Operations, Richard Balogun, stated the arrest was part of ongoing efforts to tackle crime in the state.
