Kwara state command of the Nigeria Police Force, have arrested 7 suspects for stealing and dismantling a car in Ilorin.

According to a statement released today (Friday, 31st of May, 2024) by the Spokesperson of the command- DSP Ejire- Adeyemi Toun, the arrest was made last Friday, 24th of May, around 12noon, at a dump site within Madi Area, along Okolowo- Jebba Expressway, Ilorin.

She noted that upon arrival at the scene, Abdulateef Abdulwahab, Wasiu Musa, and Tajudeen Abdulrasak were arrested. While a dismantled Nissan Almera car, ash in color, with Lagos registration number AKD919AU, was recovered.

In her words: “During interrogation, the suspects provided information leading to the arrest of additional accomplices namely: Usman Oseni, Abdulrasheed Jimoh, Abdulrasak Jamiu Ayinde, and Lukman Ibrahim, all residents of Ilorin, Kwara State. Preliminary investigations revealed that the Nissan Almera was snatched at gunpoint in Lagos State and transported to Ilorin for dismantling and resale.”

The Spokesperson added that further investigation led to the arrest of three other accomplices with efforts underway to apprehend the two who are still on the run.

“Two other suspects, Olarewaju Sukirulahi and an individual known as “Old Solder,” remain at large. Efforts are ongoing to track down and apprehend these fleeing suspects.” DSP. Ejire-Adeyemi added.

Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police, CP Victor Olaiya, commended the swift and professional actions of the officers involved in the operation, reaffirming the commitment of the Command to ensuring the safety and security of all residents in the state.