Officers of the Lagos State Police Command arrested two suspected car snatchers along Egbeda Road at about 1:30 am on Sunday, July 24, 2022, shortly after they snatched a Toyota Corolla 2000 model with registration number LND-664-GF.
The suspects, Abiodun Nurudeen 36, and Anthony Richard 45, both recently released on May 05, 2022, and June 04, 2022, respectively from Ikoyi Correctional facility, were arrested following a tip-off from civic-minded members of the public.
Preliminary investigation reveals that the vehicle was snatched around Lekki, Lagos State. While an investigation is ongoing, the owner of the vehicle is hereby urged to come forward with proof of ownership to claim the vehicle. Suspects would be arraigned at the conclusion of the investigation.
The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Abiodun Alabi, once again assures Lagosians that the command will continue to do everything operationally possible to ensure the safety and security of all residents of Lagos State.
