Police operatives in Ogun State have arrested a suspected member of the Aiye confraternity, Idris Obarayi, 30, and recovered a regionally made pistol and stay cartridge.
The arrest got here hours after gunshots and screams have been reported in Oke Ago-Owu space of Abeokuta on Tuesday.
The Command’s spokesperson, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, stated SWAT operatives responded to a misery name at about 2:30 a.m. and upon the data, mobilized to the situation
He disclosed that Obarayi was later tracked to his hideout at Ita Ogboni, Igbole, and arrested at about 5:45 p.m. identical day.
On interrogation, he was stated to have allegedly confessed to being an Aiye member and proudly owning the recovered firearm.
“Preliminary investigations indicate that the suspect allegedly admitted to membership of the Aiye confraternity and claimed ownership of the recovered items. Efforts are ongoing to apprehend the remaining suspects and establish the full circumstances of the incident,” Babaseyi added.
He quoted the Commissioner of Police, CP Bode Ojajuni as commending the SWAT operatives for his or her immediate response and efficient follow-up, reaffirming the Command’s dedication to proactive policing and the swift apprehension of felony suspects.
