Story by Iyiola Ayomide
The Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Police Command, Mr Lanre Ogunlowo has intercepted a group of twenty young individuals of unknown origin, alighting from a truck near the Ogun/Oyo boundary.
In a statement by the Command’spokesperson, Omolola Odutola shows that the interception occured during the Mr Ogunlowo’s routine weekend patrol along Eledumare, Bamboo 1 & 2, Fidiwo 1 & 2, Foursquare, Alapako, and Onigari, all within Ogun and Oyo States border.
According to the Ogun Police spokesperson, Mr Odutola, the Commissioner of Police observed the group was without a clear destination neither had a satisfactory explanation for their movement.
Consequently, CP Ogunlowo ordered a search of their persons and belongings which led to the recovery of dangerous weapons, including daggers, knives, cutlasses, and suspected charms.
Following the discovery, the Commissioner of Police directed the immediate detention of the individuals and ordered the Divisional Police Officer to conduct thorough profiling, instructing that anyone found culpable should be swiftly charged to court to ensure justice is served.
CP Ogunlowo further reaffirmed his commitment to proactive policing and community engagement, assuring residents of Ogun State that the Command will continue to intensify efforts in crime prevention, intelligence gathering, and prompt law enforcement responses.
He urged members of the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious movements or activities to the nearest police formation for timely intervention, stating that the Police Command remained dedicated to safeguarding lives and property, as it will not relent in its duty to rid the state of criminal elements.