Ogun Man Arrested After Allegedly Breaking Into House While Owner Was in Church
-year-old suspect allegedly stole rice, bread, cooking pots and cash before homeowner returned and found him inside
A 21-year-old man identified as Ayomide Adebayo has been arrested in Ogun State for allegedly breaking into a residence and stealing household items while the homeowner was attending church.
The incident occurred at Asore, Atan-Ota, where operatives of the Ogun State Community, Social Orientation and Safety Corps, also known as So-Safe Corps, apprehended the suspect.
According to the corps, the suspect allegedly scaled the rear fence of the property and gained access to the building after removing the burglary protection from a window.
Suspect Allegedly Steals Household Items
The So-Safe Corps said Adebayo allegedly entered the house and removed several household items, including rice, bread and cooking pots.
An undisclosed amount of money was also reportedly taken from the residence.
The allegations were contained in a statement issued by the State Commander of the corps, Soji Ganzallo, and signed by the Director of Information and Public Relations, ACC Adegunwa Adegbuyi.
Homeowner Finds Suspect Inside House
The incident reportedly happened on Sunday while the homeowner was away at church.
Upon returning home, the owner reportedly became suspicious after discovering that the gate was locked from inside, despite having locked it from outside before leaving.
The homeowner subsequently found another way into the compound and discovered Adebayo inside the house.
He raised an alarm, attracting people who apprehended the suspect and handed him over to the So-Safe Corps.
Suspect Allegedly Confesses
The So-Safe Corps said the suspect was questioned after being brought to its command.
During interrogation, Adebayo allegedly admitted gaining access through the rear fence and removing the window burglary protection before entering the building.
He allegedly also admitted taking the household items and an undisclosed amount of money.
The corps said the suspect had been beaten before its operatives arrived at the scene.
The alleged confession has not been tested in court.
Suspect Handed Over to Police
Following his arrest, the So-Safe Corps handed Adebayo over to the Nigeria Police Force at the Atan Divisional Headquarters.
The police are expected to conduct further investigation into the alleged burglary and take appropriate legal action.
The So-Safe Corps urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious movements or activities in their communities.
Ganzallo also warned members of the public against taking the law into their own hands.
