Police foil robbery attack, recover guns, ammunition
Operatives of the Alausa Division of the Lagos State Police Command have foiled an attempted robbery on the Kudirat Abiola Way, Oregun, Ikeja. The operatives, who were on a routine surveillance patrol, spotted a male tricycle operator being forcefully dragged by three assailants attempting to dispossess him of his tricycle. Upon noticing the approaching police […]
some of the items recovered from the suspects
Operatives of the Alausa Division of the Lagos State Police Command have foiled an attempted robbery on the Kudirat Abiola Way, Oregun, Ikeja.
The operatives, who were on a routine surveillance patrol, spotted a male tricycle operator being forcefully dragged by three assailants attempting to dispossess him of his tricycle.
Upon noticing the approaching police patrol van, the criminals took to their heels. The officers, undeterred and determined to prevent further harm, engaged in a hot pursuit.
The suspects who managed to escape the scene abandoned a black bag in the process.
The Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, who confirmed the incident, said a thorough search of the bag led to the recovery of one Beretta pistol, one live ammunition, one cutlass, one knife, and assorted charms.
Hundeyin said a search is ongoing to apprehend the wanted suspects and bring them to justice.
“Meanwhile, the victim who sustained machete injuries to his head and other parts of his body was taken to the Lagos State Emergency Centre by the police team, where he is currently receiving medical attention.
“The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, Olohundare Jimoh, while commending the response of the patrol officers, reiterates the command’s unwavering commitment to the safety and security of all residents and visitors to Lagos state,” he said.