Ebinum Samuel
The Lagos State Police Command disclosed that as part of its sustained efforts to combat illegal possession and trafficking of firearms, and other criminal activities across the State, operatives of the Command have arrested one Lukman Sanni, ‘m’, 24 years, suspected of conveying illegal firearms, during a stop-and-search operation at Iyana Isashi, Lagos State.
A search, according to the spokeswoman, SP Adebisi Abimbola, conducted on him led to the recovery of a locally made pistol, two live cartridges and a suspected charm. Preliminary investigations are ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding the possession and intended delivery of the recovered firearm and ammunition. The suspect is currently in custody and is providing useful information to aid the investigation.
The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Tijani Fatai, reiterated the Command’s commitment to combating illegal firearms possession, arms trafficking, cultism and other criminal activities across the State. He urged residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities to the Police, noting that credible information from the public remains vital to maintaining peace and security. The Command’s emergency lines are:
07061019374
08065154338
08063299264
08039344870
08080193432 (Marine)
09168630929
