The Lagos State Police Command has arrested 32 suspects in connection with alleged armed robbery, cultism and other criminal activities across the state.
The command also recovered 43 vehicles, 10 firearms and other items during various operations conducted by its operatives, The Nation reports.
According to the police, the arrests and recoveries were recorded as part of intensified efforts to tackle criminal activities and improve security across Lagos.
The command said the suspects are being investigated over their alleged involvement in different offences, while the recovered vehicles and firearms have been secured as exhibits.
The police also disclosed that a 20-year-old suspect was arrested in connection with the alleged killing of a police sergeant.
The command said investigations were ongoing into the various cases, with efforts being made to establish the roles of the suspects and identify other individuals who may be connected to the alleged crimes.
The latest arrests come amid broader police operations across the country. In a separate nationwide update covering September 12 to 18, the Nigeria Police Force said 177 high-profile criminal suspects were arrested and 52 stolen vehicles recovered during operations across different states.
