Ogun driver arrested for stealing, plotting to sell employer’s Lexus SUV
By Adejoke Adeleye Ogun
A 28-year-old driver, Jeremiah Jacob Emmanuel, has been arrested by operatives of the Ogun State Police Command for allegedly stealing his employer’s Lexus 460 SUV valued at ₦45 million and conspiring to sell it for ₦10 million in Cotonou, Benin Republic.
The stolen vehicle was recovered by detectives attached to the Agbado Division within hours of receiving a report of the incident on November 12, 2026.
Ogun police command, in a statement released in Abeokuta by its spokesperson, Oluseyi Babaseyi said the incident was reported at about 7 p.m., with preliminary investigations revealing that the suspect had driven his employer to his office earlier in the day before allegedly absconding with the vehicle without authorisation.
The suspect reportedly claimed that his wife was indisposed before leaving with the SUV and meeting two other individuals identified as Akeem Olawale, 34, and Monday Keshi, who is currently at large.
Investigations revealed that the suspects had allegedly arranged to transport the vehicle to Cotonou, Benin Republic, where they planned to sell it for ₦10 million, despite its estimated market value of ₦45 million.
Following the report, detectives of the Agbado Division immediately launched an operation, leading to the arrest of one of the suspects at Agbado Crossing at about 7 p.m. on the same day. The stolen Lexus SUV was also successfully recovered.
During preliminary interrogation, the arrested suspect allegedly admitted involvement in the planned movement of the vehicle to Cotonou for sale.
The police said efforts were ongoing to apprehend the fleeing accomplice, while the case would be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Eleweran, Abeokuta, for further investigation.
The Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Bode Ojajuni, psc, FCSS, MNIPR, commended the detectives for their vigilance, swift response and professionalism.
He reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to intelligence-led policing, dismantling criminal networks and ensuring that individuals involved in criminal activities are brought to justice.
The Command also urged residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities, assuring the public of its continued commitment to protecting lives and property.