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A former inmate and his accomplice were apprehended in the early hours of yesterday for allegedly stealing a gate from a residential building in the Adeniyi Jones area of Ikeja.

The suspects, identified as Samuel Agbaje, 23, and Obia Moses, were intercepted around 3am by operatives of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) during a routine night patrol.

Agbaje, an ex-convict recently released from Kirikiri Medium Prison in October 2024, and his partner were found in possession of a disassembled half of the main gate, which they had reportedly removed from the property without the knowledge of the occupants. The operation reportedly went unnoticed by the residents until the suspects were brought back to the scene by the police.

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During interrogation, the duo confessed to planning to sell the stolen gate at a location in Agege. The suspects were reportedly unable to provide a satisfactory explanation for their actions and were immediately detained.

Shocked residents of the affected building expressed disbelief at the brazen act, with one describing the incident as “unimaginable.”

The Commander of the Rapid Response Squad, CSP Shola Jejeloye, confirmed the arrest stating that the suspects are expected to be charged to court within the coming days.

To enhance the operational capabilities of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS), the Lagos State Government, through the Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF), has added six new GAC saloon cars to the unit’s fleet.

During a brief ceremony, the vehicles were officially handed over to CSP Shola Jejeloye, Commander of the RRS.

Degbola Lewis, representing the Fund’s Executive Secretary, presented the cars to the police.

This initiative aims to improve the efficiency and responsiveness of the RRS in maintaining law and order throughout Lagos State.

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CSP Jejeloye expressed his gratitude for the new vehicles, assuring that they would be effectively utilized to combat crime and ensure the safety of Lagos residents.

“These cars will significantly aid our operations and improve our ability to respond swiftly to incidents,” he stated.

The LSSTF’s donation shows the ongoing commitment of the Lagos state government to support law enforcement agencies and improve security infrastructure within the state.

The introduction of these vehicles is expected to enhance the RRS’s mobility and operational reach, reinforcing the squad’s role in crime prevention and emergency response.