Police Arrest Ex-Convict For Allen Avenue Jewellery Robbery, Shooting
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested a 28-year-old ex-convict, John Samuel, for allegedly robbing and shooting businessman Gbenga Obama in Allen Avenue, Ikeja.
Obama was attacked on August 18 and dispossessed of a gold necklace and other valuables in broad daylight.
CCTV footage captured Samuel firing at the victim with an English pistol before escaping with the jewellery, while an accomplice waited on a motorcycle.
In a statement on Saturday, the police disclosed that Samuel, who had just completed a six-year prison sentence for armed robbery, went back to crime immediately after his release.
“John Samuel is an ex-convict known for his viciousness in armed robbery, assassination, and murder of some of his victims. He was released recently after serving a six-year jail term for capital offence of armed robbery.
“After his release from prison, he returned to crime and criminality with even more viciousness. He is notorious for shooting at victims before dispossessing them of their valuables.
“CCTV footage of the 18/08/2025 incident obtained, clearly captured the suspect when he fired at the victim with an English pistol,before dispossessing him of his gold necklace jewelry while his accomplice waited on a motorcycle for their escape. The victim, who sustained serious gunshot wounds during the attack,has since been treated and discharged.”
The suspect, arrested at his hideout in Epe on September 19, reportedly confessed to selling the stolen necklace for N4 million, far below its value.
Olohundare Jimoh, Commissioner of Police in Lagos, warned that “Lagos has no hiding place” for criminals and urged residents to continue their lawful activities without fear.
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