By MUFTAU OGUNYEMI

The Police Command in Ondo State says a coordinated inter-agency raid on Sunday led to the arrest of 99 suspects involved in various criminal activities across the state.

DSP Abayomi Jimoh, the command’s spokesperson, disclosed this in a statement made available to newsmen on Monday in Akure.

Jimoh said the joint effort involved the Police Command in Ondo State; 32 Brigade Artillery of the Nigerian Army; and Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Ondo State Command.

“Other security agencies are the Directorate of State Services (DSS); and Ondo State Security Network Agency, Amotekun Corps.

“The intelligence-led operation targeted identified criminal hideouts, black spots, and flashpoints across several parts of the state known for criminal activities.

“The coordinated operation resulted in the arrest of 99 suspects linked to offences such as armed robbery, burglary, theft, cultism, and other related crimes.

“During the operation, several items suspected to have been used for criminal activities as well as suspected stolen properties and other incriminating exhibits were recovered from the suspects.

“The arrested individuals are currently undergoing screening and profiling, while those found culpable will be charged to court accordingly,” he said.

The spokesperson said the state Commissioner of Police (CP), Adebowale Lawal, commended the professionalism, synergy, and commitment displayed by all participating security agencies during the operation.

According to Jimoh, the CP noted that such collaboration remains crucial in the fight against crime and criminality within the state.

“The CP further reiterates the command’s unwavering commitment to sustaining intelligence-driven policing and joint security operations aimed at dismantling criminal networks and maintaining law and order in the state.

“Lawal, once again, warns criminal elements to desist from engaging in unlawful activities within the state, stressing that Ondo State will not serve as a safe haven for criminals,

“Security agencies will continue to intensify operations to identify, track, and decisively deal with offenders regardless of where they operate or attempt to hide,” the spokesperson said.

He, therefore, called on the public to continue supporting security agencies with timely, credible and actionable information.

“Community cooperation remains vital in sustaining the prevailing peace and security in the state.

“The command assures the public that no effort will be spared in ensuring that all perpetrators of crime are brought to justice,” he said. (NAN)