Police Arrest 150 Suspects in Lagos Criminal Raids

On Sunday, the Lagos State Police Command executed a significant operation targeting criminal hideouts in the Igando area, resulting in the arrest of 150 suspects. The operation was carried out based on credible intelligence regarding hoodlums operating in the vicinity.

Police spokesperson Abimbola Adebisi reported that various formats of raids were conducted to flush out criminal elements and restore public safety. During the operation, law enforcement recovered a double-barrel gun, two single-barrel guns, a locally made double-barrel shotgun, 100 unregistered motorcycles, 54 mobile phones, two military camouflage uniforms, and six assorted charms.

Additionally, illicit substances, including Indian hemp, were seized. The suspects are currently in custody as investigations continue to determine individual involvement in criminal activities.

Those found culpable will face charges in court upon the conclusion of the investigations. Commissioner of Police Tijani Fatai commended the professionalism of the operation and reaffirmed the command's commitment to dismantling criminal networks in Lagos, urging residents to support the police with credible information.