Amotekun arrests suspected criminals, parades kidnappers, armed robbers, others
Operatives of the Ondo State Security Network Agency, otherwise known as the Amotekun Corps, have arrested two suspected kidnappers and armed robbers operating in the state.
While parading the suspects at the headquarters of the corps in Alagbaka, Akure, the state capital, the Commander of the corps in the state, Adetunji Adeleye, disclosed that the suspects were arrested in Owo, the headquarters of the Owo Local Council Area of the state.
Adeleye, who also stated that others were apprehended within the Oloko axis of Akure metropolis during a week-long clearance operation across the state, noted that the arrests were carried out by joint operations of security agencies in the state.
According to the Amotekun boss, a total of 164 suspects were being paraded with several stolen items recovered, adding that 144 were arrested for breaches of law and order, one rape case, 15 cases of human trafficking, and one violation of the state’s anti-open grazing law.
“One Godwin was arrested over alleged murder and rape. Other suspects include Azeez (30), accused of arson and escape from lawful custody, alongside Ademola, Imole, and Japhet, aged between 26 and 32, who were arrested for offences ranging from conspiracy and abduction to assault on security personnel.
“One Emmanuel (38) and Ibrahim (20) were apprehended for conspiracy, breach of peace, and possession of stolen motorcycles. Emeri and Moses were also arrested for allegedly aiding human trafficking and defrauding unsuspecting victims in Akure.
“Similarly, Hassan (24) was arrested for violating the anti-open grazing law and destroying farm produce, while Samson was nabbed for motorcycle theft. A 31-year-old suspect identified as Oke was arrested for burglary and theft of phones and accessories.
Adeleye also revealed the arrest of another suspect, Emmanuel, who allegedly specialises in burgling homes during religious services, stressing that Alabi Ahmed and Victor were apprehended in Itaogbolu, Akure North, for conspiracy and theft in separate operations.
“Several stolen items, including motorcycles, generators, steel, and iron materials, were recovered from the suspects.”
On the ongoing registration of commercial motorcyclists, Adeleye revealed that over 15,000 riders across the 18 local government areas have been registered.
He added that only certified and accredited riders would be allowed to operate as part of efforts to distinguish legitimate operators from criminals.
Credit – Guardian
