The Osun Amotekun Corps has apprehended a 25-year-old man, Adebayo Azeez, for stealing electricity wires worth around N1.3 million.
The arrest was made after a distress call from concerned residents who observed suspicious activities involving the suspect and his accomplices.
The statement said, “On Monday, April 7, 2025, operatives of the Amotekun Corps in Ila Command apprehended one Adebayo Afeez, a 25-year-old ex-convict and indigene of Iragbiji, for stealing electricity wire valued at approximately N1.3 million.
“The prompt action of the operatives led to the successful capture of the suspect while he was attempting to flee the scene.
“Investigation revealed that the suspect was not only involved in the theft but also had a history of criminal behavior, having previously served time in prison for the sale of hard drugs, for which he was incarcerated for one year and eight months.
“During interrogation, Adebayo confessed to the crime, admitting that he carried out the act in the company of a friend who managed to escape arrest upon sighting Amotekun operatives.”
Commander Omoyele emphasised the importance of community cooperation, highlighting that the timely information from residents was vital in capturing the suspect.
He stressed that the Osun Amotekun Corps is committed to eliminating criminal elements in the state and will persist in pursuing and prosecuting those who jeopardise the peace and security of the public.
