In a recent press release by the Command, the spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the arrest of the robbery suspects following a report by three sex workers. The latter reported the incident to the police on Wednesday at around 2:20am. According to their statement, they were allegedly robbed of their valuables by two unscrupulous individuals on the morning of August 23, at around 4:30am.
The victims explained that they were picked up as sex workers at Adeniran Ogunsanya Street, Bode Thomas, Surulere, by the two suspects, who later took them to a supposed location in their accommodation. It was there that the criminals allegedly demanded that they hand over their valuables, including two iPhones worth N1.05 million, a REDMI Note 12 worth N140,000 and an iPhone XR worth N240,000. The victims were also forced to transfer N25,000 to an Opay account and N8,000 to the same account.
During investigation, the suspects confessed to the crime. The suspects’ operational vehicle, a Toyota Camry with registration number APP335 JA, as well as two other blank number plates used in the act were recovered by the police.
This case highlights the dangers faced by sex workers and further underscores the need for enhanced security in these areas. The authorities must take measures to protect all citizens, regardless of their profession or situation, from such criminal acts.
This arrest is a step in the right direction to ensure the safety of residents and workers in the area. Hopefully, more measures will be taken to prevent such incidents in the future and ensure the safety of all.