Operatives of the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC) effected the arrest of eight suspects early today in the Mile 2 area of Lagos State for alleged phone snatching from pedestrians.
The individuals taken into custody are: Mr. Anthony Osinachi (21 yrs), Mr. Victor Onuoha (45 yrs), Mr. Rowland Ede (25 yrs), Mr. Daniel Chisom (24 yrs), Mr. Emmanuel Chukwu (35 yrs), Mr. Ogbonnaya Uchechi (18 yrs), Mr. Godday Eke (28 yrs), and Mr. Benjamin G (30 yrs).
Authorities report that the clamp-down followed credible intelligence and a morning raid, which resulted in the suspects’ apprehension at the scene. Investigation is ongoing and the suspects will be prosecuted in accordance with the law.
