Lagos police nab armed robbery suspect, recover arms
The operatives of the police command in Lagos State have detained a suspect for alleged armed robbery.
The command’s spokesperson, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed this in a statement on Saturday in Lagos.
He said that the suspect was apprehended on July 15 at about 1:00 a.m., based on credible intelligence.
“A team of Special Tactical Operatives from the command apprehended the suspect, a notorious armed robbery suspect, at his hideout in Ikorodu.
“Items recovered include one AK-49 rifle with Breech No. N704983, three magazines, 17 rounds of 47.62mm live ammunition, and three rounds of 9.19mm live ammunition,” he said.
Mr Hundeyin said that the suspect confessed to being the leader of a gang responsible for several violent crimes in Lagos.
According to him, the suspect is currently in custody and assisting in the apprehension of other gang members.
(NAN)
We have recently deactivated our website's comment provider in favour of other channels of distribution and commentary. We encourage you to join the conversation on our stories via our Facebook, Twitter and other social media pages.
More from Peoples Gazette
Agriculture
FG tasks ECOWAS on leveraging financing strategies for agroecology
The federal government has urged stakeholders in the agriculture and finance sectors in the West Africa region to leverage financing strategies to enhance agroecology practices
Politics
Katsina youths pledge to deliver over 2 million votes to Atiku
“Katsina State is Atiku’s political base because it is his second home.”
Sport
Tinubu reiterates commitment to reviving horse racing in Nigeria
Mr Tinubu said reviving horse racing would create jobs through skills development, tourism, livestock production, and increased private-sector investment.
World
Iran, Oman end Hormuz talks without breakthrough
The strategic waterway lies between Iran to the north and Oman to the south, giving both countries a direct role in ensuring maritime security.
Education
Kings College Lagos PTA rejects takeover plan by old boys’ association
The parents unanimously rejected the move and appealed to President Bola Tinubu to reconsider the approval.
Diaspora
Sixth batch of Nigerians evacuated from South Africa arrives in Lagos
NiDCOM also announced various financial support packages for the returnees.
Heading 3
Govt can’t tackle Nigeria’s economic, social challenges alone; CSOs must step in: Presidency
Ms Kabir said the government alone could not address the country’s growing challenges.
World
At least two killed, five injured in Toronto street festival shooting
The police said investigations are ongoing to fish out the shooter, warning the public to stay away from the area.
