SYNDICATE SPECIALIZED IN PHONE ROBBERY ARRESTED WITH EXHIBITS WHILE TAKING TO FLIGHT

 

The Ogun State Police Command has apprehended three suspects involved in a robbery incident in Odeda, leading to the recovery of a stolen motorcycle and further investigations to arrest their accomplices.

On March 9, 2025, at about 1910hrs, a victim, Akanji Lekan 'm'  (21 years old), reported at the Odeda Police Division that he was attacked near Egba/Odeda High School, Odeda.

According to his statement, while walking through the area, six men on two Bajaj Boxer motorcycles intercepted him, forcibly snatched his bag containing:

• One iPhone 15 Pro Max valued at ₦2,200,000

• One Samsung X9 phone valued at ₦220,000

As soon as the police intercepted the complaints, they swiftly mobilized and pursued the suspects. With the assistance of members of the public, three of the suspects were apprehended along Osiele Road while attempting to escape on a red Bajaj Boxer motorcycle (Reg. No. KSF 213 QN). The arrested suspects have been identified as:

1. Femi Adesina (23 years old) – Lagos State

2. Lawal Olasunkanmi (19 years old) – Lagos State

3. Shola Sunkanmi (28 years old) – Ibadan, Oyo State

During interrogation, the suspects confessed to the crime and disclosed that they had already handed over the stolen phones to their accomplices, identified as Noah, Opeyemi, and Ibrahim (full details yet to be confirmed), who managed to escape.

The recovered Bajaj Boxer motorcycle has been taken into police custody as evidence, while the arrested suspects remain detained for further investigation. Efforts are ongoing to track down the fleeing accomplices.

The Divisional Crime Branch (DCB) is actively investigating the case, and further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.

The Ogun State Police Command urges the public to remain vigilant and avoid carrying expensive valuables in isolated areas. Citizens are encouraged to promptly report suspicious activities to law enforcement agencies.

For security-related information, contact Ogun State Police Command via emergency hotlines.

CSP Omolola Odutola anipr

Police Public Relations Officer,

Ogun State Police Command, Eleweran Abeokuta