by Azeez Adeniyi

The Lagos State Police Command on Friday said it had discovered a new kidnappers’ hideout.

Commissioner of  Police in Lagos, Fatai Owoseni,  who confirmed the discovery to newsmen, said arms as well as  police and military life jackets were recovered.

He said a team of Ikorodu Special Anti-Robbery  Squad (SARS) and Volunteer Police led by Superintendent Godfrey Soriweiu discovered the hideout.

He noted that the success came two weeks after the discovery of a similar hideout in  Isawo.

“In continuation of its onslaught on militants operating from the creeks, Lagos State Police Command early Thursday morning raided and recovered seven army and police bullet-proof vests.

“The teams also recovered eight ballistic helmets and nine life jackets from a new kidnapper’s hideout in Lagos.

“Other item recovered by the team includes a speed boat belonging to the suspected kidnappers, “he said.

“The suspected kidnappers, who were preparing their morning meal, scampered into safety on sighting the special team,  abandoning several items,” he added.

Azeez