The Police Command in Lagos State has detained a 24-year-old suspected arms courier and recovered a locally made pistol as well as two live cartridges during a stop-and-search operation in the Iyana Isashi area.
The command’s spokesperson, SP Abimbola Adebisi, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday in Lagos.
Adebisi said the suspect was apprehended by police operatives during the operation as part of efforts to curb illegal possession and trafficking of firearms and other criminal activities in the state.
She said a search of the suspect led to the recovery of a locally made pistol, two live cartridges and a suspected charm.
“Investigations are ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding the possession of the firearm and ammunition, as well as their intended destination,” she said.
According to her, the suspect is in police custody and is providing useful information to aid the investigation.
The spokesperson said the Commissioner of Police in the state, Mr Fatai Tijani, reaffirmed the command’s commitment to tackling firearms trafficking and other crimes, while urging residents to report suspicious activities.
Adebisi said, “Tijani reiterates the command’s commitment to tackling illegal possession of firearms, arms trafficking, cultism and other criminal activities.
“He urges residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities to the police, noting that credible information from the public is vital to maintaining peace and security.”
The image maker advised residents to report emergencies via the following lines: 07061019374, 08065154338, 08063299264, 08039344870, 08080193432 (Marine) and 09168630929.
