Ogun Police arrest two suspected cattle rustlers, recover stolen cow worth ₦1.7m

Crime Diary

ABEOKUTA, Nigeria (NPA) — Operatives of the SWAT unit, Ogun State Police Command, have arrested two suspected cattle rustlers and recovered a stolen cow valued at ₦1.7 million, alongside a knife and an operational vehicle used in the crime.

According to a statement issued by DSP Oluseyi B. Babaseyi, Police Public Relations Officer, the incident occurred in the early hours of Thursday, April 30, 2026, at about 2:30 a.m., when rustlers invaded a dairy farm at Omitoro Village via Coker, Ifo/Ibogun axis and stole a cow.

Police said the suspects, identified as Muhammed Monsur and Olaseinde Olatunji, attempted to flee in a mini bus, popularly known as Korope, but were intercepted following a distress call and alarm raised by locals. The prompt intervention led to their arrest, while two other accomplices escaped into the surrounding bush.

Recovered exhibits include the stolen cow, a knife, and the operational mini bus. The cow was photographed for evidential purposes and later released to its owner after receiving necessary attention. The vehicle has been secured at the Ibogun SWAT office.

Preliminary investigations revealed the suspects are part of a four‑man gang. Efforts are underway to track down the fleeing members, while the arrested suspects remain in custody pending further investigation and prosecution.

The Commissioner of Police, CP Bode Ojajuni, commended the swift response of the operatives, assuring that the Command remains resolute in ridding Ogun State of criminal elements.

The Police Command urged members of the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities through its emergency lines.