Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested three members of a syndicate that specializes in duping unsuspecting passengers.
The suspects are identified as Abiodun Bamidele ‘m’ aged 48, Olumide Faleye ‘m’ aged 45 and Toyin Adekoya ‘f’ aged 49.
The trio were arrested by police officers from the Ojodu Division at about 10.30hrs on Friday, September 23, 2022, at Omole Estate Phase 1 after their victim raised the alarm.
The state police spokesperson , SP Benjamin Hundeyin, who confirmed their arrest said the suspects while operating in a Toyota Camry car, with registration number KSF 608 GH, disguise as driver and passengers, pick unsuspecting passengers, and start discussions about some dollars purportedly kept in the boot.
Hundeyin said police investigation reveals that the gang started this crime in January. He said the suspects have since been arraigned.