Sunday, November 2, 2025 - Police detectives of the Lagos State Police Command have successfully arrested one Adedayo Ben Adegbola, a commercial taxi driver, in connection with multiple cases of rape, defilement, assault, indecent assault, and armed robbery targeting female passengers across the state.
The suspect, whose picture appeared in viral online posts,
was identified by several victims as the alleged perpetrator of the vicious
crimes.
Following strict directives from the Commissioner of Police,
CP Olohunda Jimoh, the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Panti,
launched a detailed and discreet investigation into the horrific complaints.
This painstaking effort by the Police Joint Investigation
teams led to the arrest of the "vicious and very notorious suspect"
on October 31, 2025.
The police also recovered the vehicle used in committing the
offenses: a red Toyota Corolla with registration number JJJ 226 HT. The car has
been secured as an exhibit for prosecution.
The suspect is currently in police custody as investigation
is intensified to apprehend any other individuals suspected to be involved in
the crimes.
The Command urges any other victims of this vicious and
notorious suspect to report immediately to the State Criminal Investigation
Department (SCID), Panti. Victims are encouraged to provide relevant
information and evidence to assist the ongoing investigation, with a firm
assurance that their identities will be properly protected.
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