Ogun Police foil robbery incident, recover operational vehicle

Operatives of the Ogun State Police Command have foiled a robbery attempt in Sagamu and impounded the operational car brought by the thieves, following a swift and coordinated intervention by the officers attached to Sakura Division, Sagamu.

CSP Omolola Odutola, State Police Police Public Relations Officer (PPPRO), made this known in a statement made available to journalists on Wednesday.

Odutola explained that at about 1:45 am on Wednesday, a distress call was received through the CDC Chairman of Okearedi, Araromi, off Sagamu–Ijebu Ode Expressway, that about five hoodlums were attempting to forcefully gain entry into a residence within the community.

She disclosed, “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.

“The suspects’ operational vehicle — a black Lexus GS 350 with registration number OGUN TTD 452 TT — was recovered at the entrance of the community.

The recovered operational vehicle. Credit: Ogun State Police Command.

“A search conducted on the vehicle led to the recovery of fireworks (knockouts) suspected to have been intended for distraction during the operation.”

Lanre Ogunlowo, Ogun State Commissioner of Police, has, however, commended the officers for the timely response and professionalism exhibited.

The CP said 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.

While assuring residents of sustained police visibility and proactive response, Ogunlowo urged members of the public to remain security-conscious, particularly when entering their homes or estates late at night.

He further advised that illuminating dark or isolated areas would help deter criminal elements who exploit such environments to perpetrate nefarious acts.

The command encouraged residents to follow its dedicated social media channels for verified updates and real-time security information.