The Lagos State Police Command has arrested a 24-year-old man, Lukman Sanni, after allegedly recovering a locally made pistol, two live cartridges and a suspected charm from him.
Sanni was arrested during a stop-and-search operation at Iyana Isashi in Lagos State.
The police spokesperson, SP Abimbola Adebisi, confirmed the arrest in a statement on Tuesday, explaining that the operation was part of efforts to tackle illegal possession and trafficking of firearms across the state.
According to Adebisi, officers searched the suspect and recovered the locally made pistol, two live cartridges and an item suspected to be a charm.
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She said investigations were ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding Sanni’s possession of the firearm and ammunition, including where they were being taken.
The police spokesperson added that the suspect remained in custody and was cooperating with investigators.
The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Tijani Fatai, reiterated the command’s commitment to tackling illegal firearms possession, arms trafficking, cultism and other criminal activities.
He urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to the police, noting that public cooperation was important in maintaining peace and security across the state.
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