Hundeyin said the suspect was apprehended during a stop-and-search operation.
The command spokesperson added that the police have commenced an investigation.
In a swift operation, the Lagos State Police Command has arrested a suspect in possession of pistol.
The state police spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin, disclosed the arrest on his X official page on Thursday.
The suspect, identified as Adegun Aboderin, a 33-year-old male, was apprehended during a stop-and-search operation at Abule-Ado, Lagos, at approximately 6:00 a.m. on Thursday.
According to Hundeyin, the suspect was found with the locally fabricated semi-automatic pistol, which has been recovered as an exhibit.
“Suspect: Adegun Aboderin ‘m’ aged 33, Exhibit: Locally fabricated semi-automatic pistol, Where arrested: Abule-Ado, Time arrested: 6am, How arrested: Stop-and-search,” Hundeyin wrote.
The police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the possession of the firearm and the suspect’s intentions.
The arrest is a significant milestone in the police command’s efforts to curb the proliferation of illegal firearms and reduce crime in the state.
The police have been working tirelessly to ensure the safety and security of residents, and this arrest is a testament to their dedication and hard work.
Hundeyin added that the suspect, Adegun Aboderin, is currently in police custody for investigation
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