Operatives of the Edo State Police Command have apprehended two individuals in connection with a reported robbery involving a motorcycle and mobile phones.
According to a statement released in Benin City on Saturday by the Command’s spokesperson, Moses Yamu, the suspects have been identified as Binigolo Ebimene, 25, and Mathew Denwei, 27.
Yamu stated that the robbery occurred at Malim Camp, Gbelebu community in Ovia South-West Local Government Area. He said the suspects were taken into custody shortly after a distress call was received from the victims.
Preliminary investigations, according to the Public Relations Officer, revealed that the suspects had been a menace to farmers and travelers within the area.
The arrest led to the recovery of a locally made pistol, two headlamps, and the motorcycle allegedly taken from one of the victims.
Yamu confirmed that the suspects have confessed to the crime and will be prosecuted once investigations are concluded.
Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika, has issued a stern warning to all criminal elements in the state, stating that there will be no refuge for wrongdoers. He urged such individuals to either change their ways, leave the state, or be prepared to face the law.
He also encouraged residents to remain law-abiding and to report any suspicious activity, individuals, or objects to the nearest police authority.