The Ogun State Police Command has foiled a robbery attempt in Sagamu on Wednesday following a swift and coordinated intervention by the police operatives attached to Sakura Division, Sagamu
Penpushing reports that the Command Public Relations Officer Omolola Odutola made this known in a statement adding that the operatives also impounded the operational car brought by the suspects
The Police spokesperson explained that at about 1:45 am on Wednesday, a distress call was received through the Community Development Committee (CDC) Chairman of Okearedi, Araromi, off Sagamu–Ijebu Ode Expressway, informing that five hoodlums were attempting to forcefully gain entry into a residence within the community.
“A smart intervention was immediately coordinated by operatives of Sakura Division, but on sighting the patrol team, the hoodlums fled in different directions, prompting a hot chase by the police’, she stated.
“The suspects’ operational vehicle — a black Lexus GS 350 with registration number OGUN TTD 452 TT — was recovered at the entrance of the community. A search conducted on the vehicle led to the recovery of fireworks (knockouts) suspected to have been intended for distraction during the operation’, Odutola added
Penpushing further reports that the statement said the Commissioner of Police, Lanre Ogunlowo, has, however, commended the officers for the timely response and professionalism exhibited.
The statement added that Ogunlowo affirmed that the command has strengthened its operational strategy by deploying personnel to identified flashpoints across the state as part of end-of-year security measures.
Penpushing also reports that the police boss while assuring residents of sustained police visibility and proactive response, urged members of the public to remain security-conscious, particularly when entering their homes or estates late at night.
The commissioner advised that illuminating dark or isolated areas would help deter criminal elements who exploit such environments to perpetrate nefarious acts, and encouraged residents to follow its dedicated social media channels for verified updates and real-time security information.
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