By; RAYMOND TEDUNJAYE, Lagos
At least, three suspected human hearts harvesters have been apprehended by police operatives attached to Zone 2 Command.
The suspects, identified as Moshood Najimdeen, Adebanjo Wasiu and Segun Asunni were reportedly in possession of two human hearts at the time of their arrest.
It was learnt that Najimdeen was arrested in his house at Oke-Ola area of Ago-Iwoye, with two suspected human hearts discovered during a search at his residence.
The Zonal Police Public Relations Officer (ZPPRO), SP Ayuba Tunni Umma, in a statement on Thursday, said during interrogation, the suspect implicated one Wasiu whom he claimed to have paid fifty thousand Naira to assist him in obtaining the two human hearts.
According to the statement, Wasiu in turn pointed at one Asunni as the source of the hearts.
It added that investigation had however, commenced into the alleged offence, while the two suspected human hearts have been sent to Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) for thorough examination and confirmation, while further findings would be made public.
Meanwhile, the Assistant Inspector General of Police, AIG Ari Muhammed Ali has implored residents to remain vigilant and promptly report any form of unwholesome activities in their respective areas to the nearest Police formation within their locality.
In a similar vein, the Zone 2, command has charged Lagos and Ogun states, Commanders of all Tactical Units as well as officers and men serving in the command to beef up security around worship centers, shopping malls, tourist centers, market places, commercial centers, social gatherings, residential areas.
Others include; high-ways, motor parks and garages, train stations and bus terminals, also critical national assets as well as government and privately-owned property within their areas of jurisdictions and to also ensure free-flow of traffic before, during and after the Christmas and New Year celebrations.
The AIG also urges residents on the importance of reporting any suspicious activities that could compromise security as he assures maximum security throughout the Yuletide period.
