Ebinum Samuel
Detectives of Agbado Division, Ogun State Police Command, have swiftly recovered a stolen Lexus 460 SUV valued at ₦45 million within hours of receiving a report of its theft, leading to the arrest of a suspect and the foiling of an alleged plan to dispose of the vehicle for ₦10 million.
The breakthrough, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, the police spokesman, said followed a report received on 12 November 2026, at about 7:00 p.m., concerning the alleged theft of a black Lexus 460 SUV by the owner’s 28-year-old driver, Jeremiah Jacob Emmanuel.
The image maker disclosed that preliminary investigation revealed that the driver had conveyed his employer to his office earlier in the day but subsequently left with the vehicle without authorisation, allegedly claiming that his wife was indisposed. He reportedly took the vehicle to meet two other individuals, Akeem Olawale, aged 34, and Monday Keshi, who is currently at large. The suspects had allegedly arranged to take the vehicle to Cotonou, Benin Republic, for sale at ₦10 million, despite its estimated value of ₦45 million.
Upon receiving the report, detectives of Agbado Division immediately swung into action, deploying their investigative resources to track down the suspects. The operation led to the arrest of one of the suspects at Agbado Crossing at about 7:00 p.m. on the same day, while the stolen Lexus was successfully recovered.
During preliminary investigation, the arrested suspect allegedly admitted involvement in the planned movement of the vehicle to Cotonou for sale. Efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing accomplice, while the case will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Eleweran, Abeokuta, for discreet investigation and further necessary action.
The Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Bode Ojajuni, psc, FCSS, MNIPR, commends the detectives for their vigilance, swift response and professionalism. He reiterates the Command’s determination to sustain intelligence-led operations, disrupt criminal networks and ensure that individuals involved in criminal activities are brought to justice.
The Command assures residents of its unwavering commitment to the protection of lives and property, while encouraging members of the public to promptly report suspicious activities and provide credible information that can assist police operations.
