Police intercept tech loot as suspects flee, leave bags behind

The Lagos State Police Command has recovered 75 mobile devices and five laptops abandoned by fleeing suspects during a routine patrol by the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) in the Ikeja area.

According to the Command, the operation forms part of ongoing efforts to enhance security and combat property-related crimes across the state.

In a statement issued on Saturday, the state Police Public Relations Officer,  Abimbola Adebisi, disclosed that the recovery occurred after two suspects abandoned two large “Ghana Must Go” bags upon sighting police operatives near Allen Roundabout, Ikeja.

“On Sunday, 5th October 2025, at about 5:30 a.m., operatives inspected the bags and discovered 32 iPhones of various models, 38 other smartphones including Samsung, Redmi, Tecno, and Honor brands, as well as five laptops, several smart wristwatches, AirPods, a Samsung Tab, and a Sorapad,” the statement revealed.

Speaking on the incident, the Commander of the Rapid Response Squad,  Shola Jejeloye, said: “Preliminary investigations indicate that the items were stolen property hastily abandoned by the suspects.”

Members of the public who may have lost similar devices are advised to visit the RRS Headquarters in Alausa, Ikeja, with verifiable proof of ownership for proper identification and possible recovery of their items.

The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Moshood Jimoh, praised the RRS operatives for their vigilance and professionalism. He reaffirmed the Command’s dedication to intelligence-led policing and proactive crime prevention strategies.

He further assured Lagos residents that the Command would continue to increase patrol visibility and maintain public safety across all parts of the state.