The Ogun state police command Monday said it arrested two suspects for unlawful possession of a firearm.
The suspects, a father and his teenage son, identified as Joseph Kehinde and John Joseph respectively, were apprehended along the Shagamu-Ogijo Road axis of the state.
A press statement by the command’s spokesperson, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, said the duo were arrested while operatives of the command were on a stop and search duty.
“A search conducted on him led to the recovery of one locally made pistol, one live cartridge, and a mask, the ownership of which he could not satisfactorily explain. The suspect, however, claimed that the firearm belonged to his father.
“Following this disclosure, operatives intensified efforts, leading to the arrest of the father.
“Both suspects, along with the recovered exhibits, have been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for thorough investigation.
“Investigation is ongoing to unravel the circumstances surrounding the case. The suspects will be charged to court upon conclusion of the investigation.
“The Commissioner of Police, Ogun state command, CP Bode Ojajuni, commends the vigilance and professionalism of the operatives.
“He reiterates the command’s zero-tolerance stance on illegal possession of firearms and other criminal activities, assuring residents of sustained efforts to ensure safety and security across the state.
“He further urges members of the public to continue providing timely and credible information to the police,” the statement reads.
