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Four arrested for assault, armed robbery in Ogun

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  • Police in Ogun State have arrested four suspected cultists for alleged assault, armed robbery, and unlawful possession of a firearm in Ilaro.
  • The suspects are accused of storming a residence, assaulting the complainant, and robbing him of his iPhone 14 Pro Max.
  • Recovered items include a locally made pistol, an axe, suspected charms, and the stolen phone, with efforts underway to arrest other fleeing gang members.

The Ogun State Police Command has once again demonstrated its commitment to combating crime with the arrest of four suspected cultists in Ilaro. These individuals are facing serious charges including assault, armed robbery, and illegal possession of a firearm, stemming from a brazen daylight attack on a private residence. The swift response by operatives, following a timely complaint, led to the apprehension of the suspects and the recovery of crucial evidence, including the stolen iPhone 14 Pro Max, a locally made pistol, an axe, and suspected charms.

On April 16, 2026, at about 11:30pm, a report was made at the station. The complainant stated that earlier the same day, at about 1pm, Samson John, in the company of six others, stormed his residence, assaulted him, threatened him with an axe, and robbed him of his mobile phone, an iPhone 14 Pro Max.

— Ogun State Police Public Relations Officer, Oluseyi BabaseyiDetailing the complaint that led to the arrest of the suspects.

As reported by The Punch, the incident involved Samson John and at least six other accomplices who allegedly stormed the complainant's home, threatened him with an axe, and made off with his valuable mobile phone. This act of aggression highlights the boldness of criminal elements operating in the area and the urgent need for continued police presence and vigilance.

Upon a swift response and subsequent investigation by operatives, the suspects were apprehended. During the operation, one locally made pistol, an axe, suspected charms, and the stolen iPhone 14 Pro Max were recovered.

— Ogun State Police Public Relations Officer, Oluseyi BabaseyiDescribing the outcome of the police operation.

The Commissioner of Police, Bode Ojajuni, has reiterated the command's unwavering stance against cultism and violent crimes, assuring residents that all criminal elements will be decisively dealt with. This operation is part of a broader effort by the command, which recently announced the arrest of three other armed suspects in separate operations. The focus remains on intelligence-led operations and maintaining a robust security presence to deter and apprehend those who threaten public safety. The Punch will continue to monitor these developments, underscoring the importance of community cooperation in eradicating crime.

He reiterated the command’s zero tolerance for cultism and other violent crimes, assuring residents that all criminal elements will be decisively dealt with.

— Commissioner of Police, Bode OjajuniReaffirming the command's stance on crime.
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