The Police in Ondo State have arrested two suspected armed robbers who have been terrorising residents of Akure in recent months.
CSP Funmilayo Odunlami, Police Command’s Spokesperson, disclosed this in a statement made available to newsmen on Thursday in Akure.
Odunlami said that the suspects, both aged 26, were apprehended on Feb. 25, by operatives of the command’s Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team in Ondo Town.
She said that preliminary investigations revealed that the suspects had been actively involved in series of robbery incidents in Akure since August 2024.
“Their modus operandi was targeting ladies. They pick their victims at night (around 10:00 PM) using a Toyota Camry, drive them to remote areas within Akure, and rob them of their mobile phones.
“The victims are compelled to transfer money from their bank accounts at gunpoint (though the gun used was later discovered to be a toy gun)
“The following items were recovered from the suspects: Toyota Camry used in the operations, knife, iron rod and a toy gun,” Odunlami said.
The PPRO said that the suspects, who had been on the command’s watchlist, confessed to the crime,.
According to her, investigations were ongoing to apprehend any other accomplice(s).
“The Ondo State Police Command remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of all residents.
“We urge the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the police,” Odunlami said.