A 29-year-old armed robbery suspect, Olajunja Segun Samson, has been apprehended, while two other suspects escaped, abandoning their motorcycle in the Igando area of Lagos.
  
A locally fabricated pistol was recovered as well as assorted charms during the routine patrol. 
  
The arrest was made when a Police patrol team sighted a motorcycle conveying three male occupants behaving suspiciously.
 
On sighting the police, the suspects attempted to flee. One of the suspects, Samson, was apprehended, while the two other suspects escaped, abandoning the motorcycle.
  
A search conducted on the suspect and the abandoned motorcycle led to the recovery of one locally fabricated pistol and assorted charms. 
  
The suspect is currently in Police custody while efforts are being intensified to apprehend the fleeing accomplices. Investigation into the case is ongoing.
  
The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, Tijani Fatai, commended the operatives for their vigilance and professionalism. 
  
He reassured residents of the Command’s unwavering commitment to tackling violent crimes and urged members of the public to continue providing timely and credible information that will aid crime prevention and the apprehension of criminal elements.
 
The Command also encouraged residents to report suspicious activities through the Lagos State Police Command’s emergency lines for prompt police response.