Police arrest two suspected armed robbers, recover revolver in Ondo - The Guardian Nigeria News
Operatives of the Ondo State Police Command have arrested two suspected members of an armed robbery syndicate as well as the recovery of a locally made revolver and other exhibits in Akure, the state capital.
The suspects were apprehended by operatives of the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) of the command while acting on credible intelligence.
While disclosing the development on Friday in a statement, the Police Public Relations Officer of the command, Abayomi Jimoh, identified the suspects as Isreal Abakah, 35, and Emmanuel Gbene, 37.
According to Jimoh, the suspects were apprehended at different locations within Akure metropolis following intelligence-led operations.
The police spokesperson in the state emphasized that preliminary investigations revealed that the suspects allegedly belong to an armed robbery syndicate suspected of terrorizing residents of Akure and its surrounding communities.
He said, “In the course of the operation, operatives conducted a raid on the gang’s hideout in the Olufoam area of Akure, where a locally made revolver capable of holding four rounds of ammunition was recovered.
“Other exhibits recovered during the operation include suspected criminal charms, a laptop, motorcycle mirrors, and a number plate. The suspects have confessed to their involvement in several armed robbery operations within Akure metropolis and its environs.
“Their alleged confessions and the recovered exhibits are currently being subjected to further investigation to establish the full extent of their criminal activities and diligent prosecution.
“The Command has intensified efforts to apprehend the remaining members of the syndicate who are currently at large and to identify individuals and communities that may have been affected by the gang’s alleged criminal activities. The ongoing investigation is also aimed at recovering additional exhibits and establishing the possible involvement of the suspects in other reported cases of armed robbery.
“The Commissioner of Police, Ondo State Command, CP Felix Ohagwu, psc, mnips, mspsp, commended the operatives for their professionalism and swift response to credible intelligence. He reiterated the Command’s determination to dismantle criminal networks and ensure that individuals involved in violent crimes are brought to justice in accordance with the law.
“The Commissioner further urged residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious movements and activities to the nearest police station or through established police communication channels. He emphasized that timely and credible information from members of the public remains essential to the successful prevention and detection of crime.
“The Ondo State Police Command assures residents that it will sustain its intelligence-led operations and other proactive security measures to safeguard lives and property across the state.
