Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have apprehended three suspected kidnappers who have been terrorising residents in the Ikorodu area of the state.
The command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the arrest in Lagos to reporters.
According to Hundeyin, the suspects allegedly attempted to kidnap a car dealer on Ebute-Igbogbo Road, Ikorodu, on Tuesday before they were caught.
“Three suspects, aged between 23 and 33, have been in our custody since Tuesday shortly after the incident,” Hundeyin disclosed, adding that the suspects’ names are being withheld pending further investigation.
Efforts are currently underway to capture two other suspects who managed to escape during the police raid.
The spokesperson also confirmed that a full investigation into the case has commenced.
