The Police in Ogun State have arrested a suspected armed robber identified as Adenekan Segun, popularly known as Expensive, in the Abeokuta area of the state.
The arrest was announced in a statement signed by the Command’s spokesperson, Oluseyi Babeseyi, and made available to DAILY POST on Saturday.
According to the statement, the suspect was arrested following credible information that he allegedly brandished two pump-action firearms during a minor disagreement with a person.
Upon the information operatives of the anti-robbery squad, from the State Criminal Investigation Department, SCID, swung into action leading to his arrest and the recovery of two pump-action rifles.
The statement read: “On Sunday, 14th December 2025, actionable intelligence indicated that the suspect was unlawfully in possession of pump-action firearms.
“He was alleged to have brandished the weapons during a minor disagreement with a person.
“The operatives acted swiftly, which led to the arrest of the suspect and the recovery of two pump-action rifles.”
The police public relations officer added that investigation is ongoing and on completion, the suspect will be charged to court.
Meanwhile, the State’s Commissioner of Police, Lanre Ogunlowo, commended the swift response of the operatives and reiterated the Command’s zero-tolerance stance on armed robbery and illegal possession of firearms.
Ogunlowo also assured residents of the command’s unwavering commitment to sustaining peace, urging members of the public to continue providing timely and credible information to the police.
