In a swift operation , operatives of the Lagos State Police Violent Crime Response Unit ( VCRU) has successfully arrested four suspected members of an armed robbery syndicate operating around Iju-Ishaga and Oke-Aro areas of the state
This was announced in a statement signed by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Abimbola Adebisi, anipr, mipra on Tuesday 8 September, 2026 in what they described as a major breakthrough in the fight against violent crime.
According to the statement, the command effected the arrests following credible intelligence.
The suspects were apprehended at their hideout during a search in Idi-Oro, Mushin, after weeks of sustained intelligence gathering by VCRU operatives.
The suspects were identified as:
1. Damilare Oluwatobi, 28 years
2. Lekan Adenuga, 30 years
3. Haruna Sheriff, 22 years
4. David Balogun, 24 years
Police disclosed that the quartet are suspected members of a syndicate responsible for a string of robberies in Iju-Ishaga, Oke-Aro and adjoining communities.
A search of their hideout led to the recovery of several items believed to be proceeds of crime and tools used in their operations. The exhibits include:
– 25 mobile phones
– 2 laptop computers
– Gold necklace and earrings
– 3 cutlasses
However, the Command said the suspects are currently in custody and are assisting investigators. Efforts are also ongoing to track and arrest other members of the gang linked to the criminal activities.
Meanwhile Commissioner of Police, Lagos Command, CP TIJANI Fatsi, PSC, mnips Commended VCRU for what he called a swift intelligent led operation that led to successful arrest.
He reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to dismantling criminal networks across the state and ensuring the safety of residents.
CP Fatai also urged members of the public to remain vigilant and to promptly report suspicious activities to the Police through the Command’s emergency lines: 07061019374, 08065154338, 08063299264, 08039344870, 08080193432 (Marine), 09168630929.
The suspects will be charged to court at the conclusion of investigations.
