The Lagos State Police Command says it has arrested 147 suspects and recovered 250 expanded cartridges, machetes, illicit drugs and other exhibits during a coordinated raid on criminal hideouts across parts of the state.
The Command disclosed this in a statement on Monday, saying the operation formed part of the ongoing Operation KO S’AYE III, an initiative aimed at dismantling criminal hideouts and denying criminals safe havens across Lagos.
According to the statement signed by the PPRO, Abimbola Adebisi, the operation was carried out at about 5:30 a.m. on Sunday, July 19, 2026, following credible intelligence.
It said “a joint team of operatives drawn from different formations of the Command carried out a coordinated raid on criminal hideouts at Boolar, Super Ile-Epo, and other identified black spots the state. The operation was aimed at flushing out hoodlums and other criminal elements terrorising the area.”
The police said a total of 147 suspects were arrested during the operation.
According to the statement, “Exhibits recovered include: 250 expanded cartridges, 2 knives, 1 lighter, 5 battle axes, 1 scissors, assorted charms, 22 machetes, substances suspected to be Indian hemp.”
The Command added that “All the suspects are currently in Police custody, while investigations are ongoing to determine their individual culpability. Those found to have committed criminal offences will be prosecuted accordingly.”
The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Tijani Fatai, commended officers who participated in the raid.
According to the statement, “The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Tijani Fatai, psc, mnips, commended the operatives for their professionalism and dedication to duty.”
It added that the police commissioner “reaffirmed the Command’s unwavering commitment to the continued implementation of Operation KO S’AYE, stressing that the operation will be sustained across the State to deny criminals any safe haven and ensure the safety and security of all residents.”
The Command also appealed to residents to continue supporting security agencies with information.
According to the statement, “The Commissioner of Police also urged members of the public to continue providing timely and credible information that will assist the Police in identifying criminal hideouts, apprehending offenders, and enhancing public safety across Lagos State.”
