The Lagos State Police Command has announced the recovery of a Toyota Sienna van loaded with suspected cannabis and other incriminating items during a routine patrol.
The development was confirmed in a statement by the command’s spokesperson, Ben Hundeyin, which was shared on its X handle on Friday.
According to the statement, the vehicle was intercepted by operatives attached to the Ojo Division on August 15, 2025.
It read, “On 15th August 2025, while on routine patrol, the operatives stopped an ash-coloured Toyota Sienna.
“In the process of demanding the driver’s identification and vehicle documents, the driver suddenly jumped out and fled with the vehicle key, abandoning the car.”
Following a search, officers reportedly found items linked to criminal activity inside the vehicle.
“A thorough search of the vehicle led to the recovery of the following items: one Army jungle hat, two ATM cards, and two bags of substances suspected to be cannabis.
“The recovered vehicle and exhibits have been transferred to Special Squad 2 of the Lagos State Police Command, Ikeja, for further investigation,” the statement further read.
The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Olohundare Jimoh, commended the officers of Ojo Division for their swift action. He also assured the public of the command’s commitment to apprehending the fleeing suspect.
“He reiterates the command’s resolve to intensify patrols and intelligence-led policing across Lagos, urging residents to remain law-abiding and promptly report suspicious activities to the Police,” the statement added.
The command emphasized that investigations are ongoing and pledged that the suspect would be brought to justice.
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