Police arrest three suspected robbers, recover stolen vehicle in Ogun

Ogun State Police have arrested three individuals suspected of belonging to a vehicle theft and armed robbery syndicate. The arrests followed intelligence-led operations in Abeokuta and surrounding areas, leading to the recovery of a stolen Toyota Corolla.

The suspects, identified as Ismaila Israel Sokunbi, Kayode Adeyemi, and Kola Taiwo, are implicated in multiple armed robbery and vehicle theft cases. Operatives from the Obantoko Division responded to a distress call on May 22, 2026, concerning an attempted robbery where armed men tried to steal a resident's vehicle. The victim's alarm caused the suspects to crash their vehicle into a fence, and they fled in another car.

During their escape, one suspect dropped an Infinix phone and a Wema Bank ATM card. Telecommunications analysis of these items helped police identify Sokunbi, who was subsequently arrested on May 26. A search of his residence yielded various items, including a ceiling fan, gas cooker, and suspected charms. Further investigation led to the arrest of Adeyemi in Ibadan, Oyo State.

The suspects reportedly confessed to the attempted robbery and admitted to being part of a syndicate involved in numerous vehicle thefts across Abeokuta and nearby communities. In a separate incident, Taiwo was arrested for the theft of a Toyota Corolla and allegedly confessed to stealing a Toyota Camry previously. The police are continuing efforts to recover more stolen vehicles and apprehend other syndicate members. The Commissioner of Police commended the operatives for their professional and intelligence-driven approach.