Police arrest 23-year-old armed robbery suspect in Ondo State.

The Ondo State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a 23-year-old armed robbery suspect, Zaccheous Tosin. 

The command’s spokesperson, DSP Olushola Ayanlade, in a statement issued on Wednesday, said the suspect was caught on August 25 after he attacked and robbed a woman in her backyard in Ikare-Akoko.

Ayanlade revealed that the suspect allegedly came to the victim's backyard under the guise of plucking bitter leaves but suddenly turned against her, forcefully robbing her of her bag, but the victim raised an alarm, which attracted the attention of nearby police detectives, leading to the suspect's prompt arrest.

The spokesperson also said that a locally made barrel gun was recovered from the suspect,who he has been transferred to the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Office, Akure, for further investigation and prosecution. 

The Commissioner of Police, CP Adebowale Lawal, commended the operatives for their swift response and assured residents of the command's commitment to safety and security.

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