The Lagos State Police Command has made a significant breakthrough in maintaining public safety, arresting two suspects and seizing a substantial arsenal of weapons in the Mushin area.
As reported by Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, the tactical team swiftly responded to a distress call regarding armed individuals on Agoro Street, Mushin, at approximately 1 am.
The operation resulted in the apprehension of Sherrif Mustapha, 42, and Suturat Lateef, 28, while a third suspect managed to evade capture.
The statement read, “This morning at about 1am, responding to a distress call about the presence of armed men on Agoro Street, Mushin, our tactical team based in Surulere swiftly moved in and arrested Sherrif Mustapha ‘m’ aged 42 and Suturat Lateef ‘f’ aged 28 while one other escaped.
“The suspects led the police to 1, Moshalashi Street, Mushin where the following were recovered:
1. Two AK 47 rifles
2. One K2 Assault rifle
3. One Red Rufer rifle
4. Three pump action rifles
5. Two locally made single barrel pistols
6. Five magazines
7. 57 live cartridges
8. 70 5.56 live ammunition
9. 27 9mm ammunition
10. One expended 5.56 ammunition
11. One dagger
12. Three walkie talkies
13. Nine international passports
“Investigation is ongoing! If you see something, say something. Security is everyone’s business!”
The successful raid and recovery of weapons demonstrate the police command’s commitment to combating crime and ensuring security in the state.