Lagos Police Arrest 22-Year-Old, Recover Firearms | ClipTV Online

Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested a 22-year-old suspect, Olamide Suleiman, during a routine stop-and-search operation along Adetola Road, Aguda, leading to the recovery of firearms and substances suspected to be Indian hemp.

The suspect was intercepted by police officers during the operation, and a search conducted on him allegedly uncovered dry leaves suspected to be Indian hemp. Further examination of his bag led to the recovery of a locally made pistol loaded with one live cartridge.

According to the police, the suspect confessed during interrogation that the pistol belonged to one Emir, who was staying at a hotel in Aguda. Acting on the information, detectives immediately proceeded to the hotel, where a search of the room allegedly occupied by the suspect resulted in the recovery of a double-barrel gun.

However, the principal suspect reportedly escaped before the arrival of the police operatives. The Command said investigations are ongoing, while efforts have been intensified to apprehend the fleeing suspect and other members of the criminal gang.

Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Tijani Fatai, psc, mnips, commended the vigilance and professionalism of the operatives, reaffirming the Command’s commitment to ridding Lagos State of criminal elements.

He also appealed to residents to continue supporting the police by providing timely and credible information that would aid crime prevention and detection.

The Command urged members of the public to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious persons, vehicles or activities to the nearest police station or through its emergency lines.