Security guard nabbed for stealing motor spare parts in Ogun

A 32‑year‑old security guard, Friday Ayuba, has been arrested for allegedly stealing motor spare parts from his employer in Ita‑Asu village, via Owode‑Egba, in Obafemi Owode local government area of Ogun State.

The arrest was carried out by operatives of the Owode‑Egba division on Saturday after a report was received from the manager of the affected company.

According to the police, the suspect removed several motor spare parts from the company’s premises.

Confirming the arrest on Sunday, Police Public Relations Officer DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi said the recovered items included four air controls, two air boosters, two engine seats, and two fuel pumps.

Babaseyi added, “On 30th May 2026, at about 6:00 pm the manager of the affected company informed the police that the suspect had earlier been apprehended by operatives of the Quick Response Squad (QRS), Ogun State Command, at the Sagamu Interchange axis along the Lagos‑Ibadan Expressway while allegedly attempting to move company property without authorization.”

“Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect, an employee of the company, was found in possession of several motor spare parts suspected to have been unlawfully removed from the company’s premises.”

“The recovered items include four air controls, two air boosters, two engine seats, and two fuel pumps, all identified as property of the company. During the course of investigation, the suspect reportedly admitted to the theft. Detectives promptly visited the scene for further investigation and documentation, while the recovered items were secured as exhibits.”

The spokesperson stated that the suspect is in custody and will be charged to court upon the conclusion of the investigation.

He quoted State Commissioner of Police Bode Ojajuni as commending the vigilance of the company management and the swift, coordinated response of the Quick Response Squad and officers of the Owode‑Egba Division, which led to the successful recovery of the stolen property and the apprehension of the suspect.

The Commissioner reiterated the command’s commitment to protecting businesses, critical assets, and residents across the state through intelligence‑led policing and proactive crime prevention strategies.

Ojajuni also urged employers and members of the public to remain security conscious and promptly report suspicious activities to the nearest police formation or through the command emergency lines.