10,852 Suspects Arrested By Police In Recent Three-Month Sweep

10,852 Suspects Arrested By Police In Recent Three-Month SweepThe Police have reported the arrest and detention of 10,852 individuals nationwide for various crimes over the past three months. Inspector-General of Police Olukayode Egbetokun announced this on Tuesday during a meeting with senior officers, highlighting crimes such as kidnapping, banditry, and armed robbery.

These arrests occurred between July and September and resulted in the recovery of 416 firearms, 3,672 rounds of ammunition, and 178 vehicles, alongside the rescue of 369 kidnapped victims.

Egbetokun noted a significant decline in crime rates in critical areas, including banditry, kidnapping, armed robbery, and cybercrime. He also addressed the upcoming governorship election in Ondo State on November 16, assuring that the police are prepared for the event.

“As we approach the Ondo State off-cycle gubernatorial election, I urge all participants to replicate and build upon the successes achieved in Edo,” he stated. “We must establish a robust security framework, ensuring that officers perform their duties with diligence and professionalism. Our goal is to create a secure environment where voters can exercise their democratic rights without fear.”

The IGP committed to ongoing collaboration with other security agencies, the Independent National Electoral Commission, and other stakeholders to ensure the safety of lives and property before, during, and after the election. He also indicated that patrols would be intensified and additional measures implemented to enhance security throughout the ’ember months.

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