By Ade Oyeyemi
A man suspected of stealing a Toyota Tundra from a car dealership in Victoria Garden City, Lagos State, has reportedly been arrested after allegedly embarking on a dangerous escape that left several people injured.
The suspect was said to have posed as a prospective buyer at the dealership in VGC before collecting the vehicle’s keys under the pretence of taking it for a test drive.
However, instead of returning to the dealership, he allegedly drove off with the vehicle, triggering a chase that reportedly extended from VGC towards Jakande and Ajiran.
Accounts of the incident circulating on social media alleged that the suspect damaged security equipment while attempting to escape from the estate and also struck a security guard.
The suspect was further accused of driving recklessly along the route, hitting other vehicles and pedestrians during the escape.
His journey reportedly ended in Ajiran, where he was eventually apprehended with the help of residents and other individuals in the area.
Videos circulating online showed the suspect being pulled from the vehicle amid an angry crowd. The circumstances surrounding his arrest and the extent of the injuries sustained by those affected were not immediately clear.
The incident has generated reactions on social media, with users expressing concern over the alleged theft and the danger posed to road users during the suspect’s escape.
As of the time of this report, an official statement from the Lagos State Police Command confirming the suspect’s identity, the circumstances of the arrest and the reported casualties was not available.
