Ogun Police Recover Stolen Lexus ES350 In Ondo, Intensify Manhunt For Suspects
The Ogun State Police Command has recovered a stolen Lexus ES350 saloon car in Ondo State following intelligence-led investigations into an armed robbery incident in the Ogijo area of Ogun State.
The vehicle, a red, unregistered Lexus ES350, was reportedly snatched by suspected armed robbers at about 2:00 a.m. on September 15, 2026.
According to the Police Command, a report of the incident was received on the same date, prompting the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Squad to launch an investigation aimed at recovering the vehicle and tracking down those responsible.
Following the report, the Officer-in-Charge of SWAT, SP Obeh Eneye, directed operatives to intensify investigations and pursue available intelligence leads.
The sustained investigative efforts eventually paid off, as operatives traced the stolen vehicle to Ondo State, where it was recovered and subsequently conveyed to the Ogun State Police Command.
The Police said investigations were still ongoing to apprehend other suspects linked to the robbery and recover any additional stolen property.
Commending the operatives, the Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Bode Ojajuni, praised the SWAT team for its diligence, professionalism and commitment to duty.
Ojajuni reiterated the Command’s determination to strengthen intelligence-led policing, recover stolen property and ensure that perpetrators of criminal activities are brought to justice.
He also advised vehicle owners to ensure that their vehicles are properly registered and display valid registration numbers, stressing that proper registration makes identification, ownership verification and the tracing of stolen vehicles easier.
The Police Commissioner further urged residents to remain vigilant, promptly report suspicious activities and provide credible information that could assist security agencies in tackling crime.
He assured residents that the Command would sustain its efforts to protect lives and property across Ogun State.
