Ogun Police Recover AK-47 Rifle, Ammunition and Mercedes-Benz GLK in Ota
The recovery follows a robbery operation in Ijaba, Ota, where police reportedly neutralised one suspected armed robber and recovered stolen property.
The Ogun State Police Command has recovered an AK-47 rifle, two rounds of 7.62mm ammunition and a Mercedes-Benz GLK during a security operation in Ota, Ogun State. The recovery was made after police operatives searched an unregistered Mercedes-Benz GLK and discovered the rifle and ammunition concealed inside the vehicle. According to the command, the vehicle and recovered exhibits have been secured as investigations continue to establish their ownership and possible connection to criminal activities in the area.
The latest development follows an earlier robbery incident at Ijaba, Iyesi, Ota, in the early hours of Sunday, November 1, 2026. Police operatives attached to the Onipanu Division reportedly responded to a distress call from a concerned resident at about 1:45 a.m. When the officers arrived, the suspected armed robbers allegedly opened fire, prompting a gun battle. The confrontation resulted in the death of one suspected robber, while other members of the gang reportedly escaped with suspected gunshot injuries.
Following the encounter, police recovered two vehicles, identified as a Nissan Almera and a Toyota Camry, alongside several items suspected to have been stolen. The recovered property included laptops, mobile phones, a PlayStation console, a Samsung television, a standing fan, a rechargeable radio, a Wi-Fi device and other household items. Officers also recovered a locally made pistol, two live cartridges and seven expended cartridges from the scene. The police said efforts had been intensified to track down the fleeing suspects, particularly those who may have sustained injuries during the exchange of gunfire.
The Police Public Relations Officer in Ogun State, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, confirmed the latest recovery and stated that investigations were ongoing. The Commissioner of Police, Bode Ojajuni, commended the officers for their vigilance and professionalism, reaffirming the command’s commitment to tackling robbery and other criminal activities across the state. He also urged residents to remain alert and provide credible information about suspicious movements or activities to security agencies, stressing that public cooperation remains important in preventing crime and protecting lives and property.
