BY SUNDAY SAMUEL Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested three suspected armed robbers in connection with incidents of conspiracy and armed robbery at an estate, Sangotedo, which occurred on April 11 and April 13, 2026.
The suspects, identified as Balogun Teslim ‘m’, Suleman Balogun ‘m’, and Peter Oluwagbemi ‘m’, were apprehended following a distress call. Items recovered from them include a locally made pistol loaded with six rounds of live 9mm ammunition, two black face masks, a hammer, ropes, a large roll of cellophane tape, two black jackets, and a pair of pliers.
The suspects were mobbed by members of the public before the arrival of the Police. They were subsequently rescued and taken to a Police medical facility, where they are currently receiving treatment. Two of the suspects have confessed to the crime and identified one Kinsley ‘m’, who is currently at large, as their gang leader. Efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspect and bring all those involved to justice.
The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Tijani Fatai, psc, mnips, reiterates the Command’s zero tolerance for violent crimes and strongly warns against jungle justice. He urges residents to always report suspected criminal activities to the Police.
Members of the public are encouraged to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities through the Command’s emergency lines: 07061019374, 08065154338, 08063299264, 08039344870, and 09168630929.
