Police arrest suspected robbers and recover stolen phones in Lagos
Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have apprehended two suspected robbers believed to be part of a syndicate targeting commuters. The arrests took place during a routine stop-and-search operation along Iyana Ipaja Road. According to the police, one suspect confessed to being part of the notorious "One Chance" gang. The police recovered stolen phones and an operational tricycle allegedly used in the crimes.
What happened
- The Lagos State Police Command arrested two suspected members of a robbery syndicate during a stop-and-search operation.
- One suspect, Ademola Ibrahim, was apprehended on the spot, while the tricycle rider, Raheem Lawal, was later arrested following a confession.
- The suspects were identified by two victims, who also recognized their stolen phones among the recovered items.
- The police recovered the operational tricycle with registration number SMK 309 QP.
- Commissioner of Police, Tijani Fatai, reiterated the Command’s commitment to eradicating robbery and urged the public to remain vigilant and cooperative.
