Lagos State: The Lagos State Police Command has apprehended a 16-year-old boy, Solomon Ibiwoye, in the Ebute-Ero area after he was discovered to be in possession of a firearm.
The arrest was made public on Sunday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, via a post on X. Hundeyin commended the vigilance of local residents whose discreet alert to the Ebute-Ero Police Division led to the swift action. “Kudos to observant Lagosians who noticed 16-year-old Solomon Ibiwoye with a firearm and discreetly alerted Ebute-Ero Police Division,” he stated.
Following the initial apprehension, a search was conducted at the teenager’s residence, resulting in the discovery of a locally manufactured firearm and one live cartridge, according to Hundeyin. “The police searched his house and recovered a locally fabricated firearm and an unexpended cartridge. Investigation is in progress. One more firearm off the streets,” he added.
SP Hundeyin underscored the critical role of community involvement in crime prevention, reiterating the call for residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities: “See something, say something!” This collaborative effort between the police and the public proved instrumental in this recent arrest, highlighting its significance in maintaining safety and security within the state, as reported by Hobnob News.
