ROUTINE STOP-AND-SEARCH: POLICE ARREST SUSPECT, RECOVER LOCALLY MADE PISTOL IN MUSHIN.

The Lagos State Police Command has recorded another operational success with the arrest of one Dare Shogaolu ‘m’, aged 30, also known as “Super M”, and the recovery of a locally made pistol during a routine stop-and-search operation in the Mushin area of the State.

On 5th March 2026 at about 10:00pm, operatives of the Anti-Crime Patrol Team of Mushin Division, led by the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), while on routine patrol along LUTH Road axis, Mushin, accosted a suspicious-looking man carrying a white and orange-yellow polythene bag. A search conducted on the bag led to the recovery of one (1) locally made pistol. Other items recovered from him include one black leather purse, charms, and three pairs of slippers.

Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect has been involved in some criminal activities within the area and has allegedly been responsible for causing disturbances in the community. The suspect is currently in Police custody while investigation is ongoing. Efforts are also being intensified to apprehend other members of his criminal group.

The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Olohundare Jimoh, reiterates the Command’s commitment to proactive policing and the safety of all residents of the State. He urges members of the public to continue to support the Police with credible and timely information through the Command’s emergency lines: 07061019374, 08065154338, 08063299264, 08039344870, and 09168630929.

SP ABIMBOLA ADEBISI, anipr, mipra

POLICE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER

LAGOS STATE COMMAND, IKEJA

12TH MARCH, 2026