The Lagos State Police Command has arrested 147 suspects and recovered 250 expanded cartridges, 22 machetes, illicit drugs and other dangerous items during coordinated raids on criminal hideouts under its ongoing Operation KO S’AYE III.
The operation, carried out on Sunday, July 19, at about 5:30 a.m., targeted criminal hideouts at Boolar, Super Ile-Epo and other identified black spots across the state following credible intelligence.
According to the Command, the raid was aimed at flushing out hoodlums and other criminal elements terrorising the affected communities.
Items recovered during the operation include 250 expanded cartridges, 22 machetes, five battle axes, two knives, a pair of scissors, a lighter, assorted charms and substances suspected to be Indian hemp.
The Police said all 147 suspects are in custody while investigations continue to determine their level of involvement in criminal activities. Those found culpable will be prosecuted.
Commending the operatives for their professionalism, the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Tijani Fatai, reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to sustaining Operation KO S’AYE across the state to deny criminals safe haven and enhance public safety.
He also urged residents to continue providing timely and credible information to assist the Police in identifying criminal hideouts, apprehending offenders and improving security across Lagos.