Ogun State police capture notorious motorcycle snatching syndicate
In a commendable operation, the Igode Division of the Ogun State Police Command successfully apprehended a member of a notorious motorcycle-snatching syndicate on August 23, 2023, around 18:30 hrs, while the suspects were attempting another theft.
According to a statement by the Command Public Relations Officer, Omolola Odutola, the syndicate, comprising three individuals—Wasiu Adebanji, aged 28, from the Malatori Area of Ogijo, Ogun State, along with Opeyemi Olatoye and John Awoniyi—was intercepted by members of the Volunteer Neighbourhood Watch.
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Odutola said: “Upon interception, Olatoye and Awoniyi fled the scene, armed with a short cutlass, while Adebanji, who was found in possession of another hidden short cutlass, was successfully apprehended.
“The timely intervention of a patrol team led by the Divisional Crime Officer prevented the impending mob action on the suspects and aided their subsequent arrest.
“Preliminary investigations revealed that the three suspects are members of a well-organized syndicate specializing in motorcycle snatching since March 2023.
“Two (2) BAJAJ motorcycles, suspected to be stolen, were successfully recovered from the residence of the arrested suspect. Investigations are currently ongoing to apprehend the fleeing members of the syndicate”.
Commending the bravery and quick action of the Volunteer Neighbourhood Watch and the timely intervention of the police patrol team, the State Commissioner of Police, Alamutu Abiodun Mustapha, urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to ensure a safer and more secure environment for all.
The suspects will face appropriate charges in accordance with the law once the investigations are concluded.
