Lagos Police Foil Kidnap Attempt on Car Dealer in Ikorodu.
Lagos, Nigeria — Personnel of the Lagos State Police Command have thwarted an attempted kidnapping of a car dealer in the Ebute Igbogbo area of Ikorodu. The swift response by detectives attached to the State Command led to the arrest of three suspects during the operation.
The suspects, identified as Taiwo Olayinka, 30, Azeez Sodiq, 33, and Saheed Moonstruck, 23, were apprehended on Wednesday, August 21. The incident unfolded when the car dealer, who was riding his powerbike, was stopped at gunpoint by the armed robbers in broad daylight. The assailants then forced the businessman into their operational vehicle and drove him away from the scene.
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According to sources, the suspects took their victim to three different Point of Sale (POS) terminals, forcing him to withdraw money from his bank account at each location.
The Lagos State Police Command has since commended the efforts of the officers involved in the operation, noting that their quick action prevented the successful execution of the crime and led to the capture of the suspects. The arrested individuals are currently in custody and are expected to face charges related to the attempted kidnapping and armed robbery.
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The incident highlights the ongoing efforts by the Lagos State Police to combat criminal activities and ensure the safety of residents in the state.
