Published Nov 26, 2024
By Taiwo Ogunniyi
The Kwara State Police Command has recovered a Toyota Camry with registration number APP 443 CX, reported stolen in Lagos.
The breakthrough was made following intelligence provided by a motor spare parts dealer in the Ipata-Oloje area of Ilorin.
Police operatives apprehended two suspects in connection with the stolen vehicle. According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, the arrests were made on November 22, 2024, at approximately 6:00 pm.
“The suspects, identified as Gabiyu Lawal (43) of Babasoja, Gambari, Ilorin, and Ademola Waheed (45) of Sango Road, Ilorin, were intercepted with the vehicle. A search of the car led to the discovery of a GSM number linked to the rightful owner, Mr. Ajibade Abel of Badagry Road, Lagos. Upon contact, Mr. Abel confirmed the vehicle had been stolen from a parking lot in Lagos, with the incident reported to the Area C Police Command in Surulere, Lagos,” DSP Ejire-Adeyemi revealed.
The suspects reportedly confessed to purchasing the stolen vehicle at a suspiciously low price of ₦400,000, intending to resell it in Ilorin for ₦1,000,000. Investigations are ongoing to identify other accomplices and unravel potential criminal networks.
Commending the vigilance of residents, the Commissioner of Police, CP Victor Olaiya, urged citizens to continue supporting law enforcement by providing timely intelligence to boost security.
He reassured the public of the police command’s dedication to safeguarding lives and property across Kwara State.
The police further reiterated their commitment to combating crime and maintaining peace in the state.
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