Police arrest suspect for robbing man of Jewelry in Lagos

Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command has tracked and arrested a suspected notorious armed robber, hired assassin, and murderer at his hideout in the Epe area of the state.

The suspect identified as John Samuel, 28-years-old, from Akwa Ibom State, who was recently released from Prison, on August 8, before he fired and wounded a businessman, one Gbenga Obama and robbed him of an expensive gold necklace and other valuables in broad daylight at Gbajobi Street, Allen Avenue, Ikeja.

The command’s Deputy Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Babaseyi Seyi, in a statement said the suspect is an ex-convict, vicious and notorious for armed robbery, assassination, and murder of some of his victims.

He was released recently after serving a six-year jail term for capital offence of armed robbery. After his release from prison, he returned to crime and criminality with even more viciousness.

Seyi said he is notorious for shooting at victims before dispossessing them of their valuables.

CCTV footage incident obtained, clearly captured the suspect when he fired at the victim with English pistol before dispossessing him of his gold necklace jewelry, while his accomplice waited on a motorcycle for their escape. The victim, who sustained serious gunshot wounds during the attack, has since been treated and discharged.

The suspect confessed to selling the stolen jewelry for ₦4 million, far below its actual value. The Lagos State Police Command is currently intensifying efforts to arrest other members of his gang and bring them to justice. They will all be prosecuted on completion of investigation.

The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Olohudare Jimoh, praised the gallantry and commitment of the operatives that led to the successful arrest of the vicious and notorious suspect. He assured Lagosians that discreet investigation is ongoing into the case.

The CP however reiterated his commitment to safety and protection of all residents, and assured them to go about their lawful activities in peace without fear or apprehension.

The Command warns all criminally minded persons, and those who would be criminals, that Lagos has no hiding place for them.