The Ogun State Police Command said it has arrested one suspect after busting a notorious motorcycle snatching syndicate.
The command’s spokesman, Omolola Odutola said operatives of the command attached to the Igode Division, intercepted the suspects while attempting to pull off another heist on 23 August.
Odutola said the syndicate comprising the trio of Wasiu Adebanjo, of Malatori Area, Ogijo, Ogun State, along with Opeyemi Olatoye and John Awoniyi, were intercepted by members of the Volunteer Neighborhood Watch.
“Upon interception, Olatoye and Awoniyi fled the scene, armed with a short cutlass, while Adebanji, who was found in possession of another hidden short cutlass, was successfully apprehended. The timely intervention of a patrol team led by the Divisional Crime Officer prevented the impending mob action on the suspects and aided their subsequent arrest.
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“Preliminary investigations revealed that the three suspects are members of a well-organized syndicate specializing in motorcycle snatching since March 2023. Two BAJAJ motorcycles, suspected to be stolen, were successfully recovered from the residence of the arrested suspect. Investigations are currently ongoing to apprehend the fleeing members of the syndicate,” she said.
Odutola quoted the Commissioner of Police, Alamutu Abiodun, to have commended the bravery and swift action of the Volunteer Neighborhood Watch as well as the timely intervention of the police patrol team.
He urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities for a safer and more secure environment for all.
