The Oyo State Police Command has arrested ten suspected armed robbers within the Genesis Hotel area, Challenge, Ibadan, and recovered exhibits valued at about ₦100,000,000.00.

This was contained in a statement released by its spokesperson, Olayinka Ayanlade, in Ibadan, the state capital, on Sunday.

The suspects, according to Ayanlade, include Mukaila Omorayo (male, 48 years), Adekanbi Adesola (male, 39 years), Ahmed Oderinlo (male, 38 years), Samuel Omoseyin (male, 53 years), Ramon Saheed (male, 52 years), Monilola Ajayi (female, 58 years), Akanbi Bisi (female, 51 years), Wasilat Abdullahi (female, 48 years), Bolaji Tanimola (male, 51 years), and Adeola Oyesina (female, 51 years).

He explained that a substantial cache of stolen items was recovered from the suspects, including 40 units of air conditioners, ten washing machines, one electric motorcycle, assorted creams, seven cutting machines, fifteen packs of LED lights, twenty-five packs of furniture gum, numerous trailer spare parts, women’s hair relaxers, wigs, chin chin, as well as furniture and painters’ materials.

The PPRO said, “Operatives of the command, acting on credible intelligence, laid surveillance for weeks before successfully apprehending a notorious armed robbery syndicate at their hideout located within the Genesis Hotel area, Challenge, Ibadan.

“The criminal gang, known for hijacking containers at gunpoint and diverting valuable goods, operates across state lines and was intercepted, leading to the arrest of ten suspects at the scene.

“The suspects have confessed to their various involvement in the crime and are currently cooperating with the investigation. Their confessions are aiding ongoing efforts to apprehend other members of the syndicate still at large.”

The state Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga Abimbola, therefore commended the operatives for their professionalism, diligence, and resilience in successfully carrying out the operation.

He also appreciated members of the public for their cooperation and willingness to volunteer credible intelligence, which continues to play a critical role in crime prevention and detection.

The command called for sustained public support and partnership with the police to ensure a safer and more secure society.

The CP used the medium to advise hotel operators to support the police in the interest of public safety by providing credible intelligence on suspicious activities.

“Investigation has revealed that many criminal elements often hibernate in hotels to plan and execute their operations. Consequently, the management of the hotel mentioned in this case has been invited for questioning as part of ongoing investigations.

“The suspects will be charged in court upon conclusion of investigations.”

The command reiterated its unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property and called on residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to the nearest police formation. (The PUNCH)

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