The Ogun State Police Command has recorded a significant breakthrough in its ongoing battle towards crime with the arrest of a wished serial kidnapper, the restoration of arms, and the apprehension of 14 suspected cultists in separate operations.
In an announcement issued on Monday by the Command’s spokesperson, CSP Omolola Odutola, operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit arrested Clement Elijah, a infamous suspect who had been on the run since 2024 in reference to a high-profile abduction in Ajelanwa village. Two of his accomplices have been beforehand arrested.
Elijah was tracked to Ibiade neighborhood on June 13, the place he was allegedly plotting to kidnap a distinguished particular person in In the past Village, Abigi.
“His plan was foiled via swift intelligence sharing between native residents and the police,” the assertion mentioned.
A follow-up clearance operation on June 16 led to the arrest of the gang’s alleged armourer, Posi Friday. Through the operation, officers recovered a pump-action rifle, a domestically fabricated pistol, and eight dwell cartridges hidden inside a Increase Speaker.
Commissioner of Police, CP Lanre Ogunlowo, recommended the vigilance and cooperation of the Ibiade and Abigi communities, stating that their well timed assist and fixed communication have been instrumental in dismantling the gang’s operations.
In a separate improvement, operatives of the Anti-Cultism Unit arrested 14 suspected members of two rival cult teams in Ijebu Ode. The suspects have been allegedly plotting assaults throughout a “signing-out” celebration marking the top of their examinations.
The arrests have been made on June 16 within the Ijagun, Ogbo, Ijele, and Imaweje areas of the city.
The Police Command confirmed that investigations into each incidents are ongoing on the State Legal Investigation Division (SCID) and guaranteed the general public of continued updates.
The Command additionally urged residents to stay vigilant and proceed collaborating with safety companies, reaffirming its dedication to making sure the protection and safety of all residents in Ogun State.
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