A 22-year-old man identified as Onipede Ojo has been taken into custody by the Lagos State Police Command for allegedly impersonating a police officer after stealing an officer’s bag.
According to the command, the bag contained a police camouflage uniform, a warrant card, a mobile phone, an ATM card, and other personal items belonging to a serving officer. Authorities stated that the suspect used the stolen uniform in an attempt to pass himself off as a legitimate member of the force.
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In a video that has since circulated on the social media platform X, Ojo claimed he discovered the uniform on Maryland Road in Lagos. The uniform reportedly bore the name tag of an inspector named Jimoh Weheed.
However, residents grew suspicious, noting that the suspect’s conduct and appearance were inconsistent with that of a genuine police officer. This led members of the public to confront him, at which point they reportedly discovered he was an imposter.
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After being apprehended by the public, Ojo was handed over to the police for further investigation. The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed that he remains in custody and will face court charges once the investigation is complete.
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The command praised the community for their vigilance and civic responsibility in identifying the suspect. At the same time, authorities issued a strong warning against mob justice, cautioning residents not to take the law into their own hands, regardless of the alleged crime.
Officials emphasized that extrajudicial punishment is not supported by Lagos State law and urged the public to always hand over suspects to law enforcement for proper investigation and prosecution. The police also encouraged residents to remain security-conscious and continue to support security agencies by reporting any suspicious individuals or activities while allowing due process to take its course.
