Police rescue three girls from suspected traffickers in Lagos

Summary

Police in Lagos say they rescued three girls during an operation in Badagry and are investigating the suspected trafficking case.

Highlights

• The Lagos State Police Command said the girls were intercepted on Owode Apa Road, Badagry, during routine patrol.
• Police said the girls were being conveyed on a commercial motorcycle when they were stopped.
• The Force Public Relations Officer, Ani Iniedu, said the girls were debriefed after the rescue.
• The case has been handed to the State Criminal Investigation Department in Panti, Yaba.
• Police said efforts are ongoing to track the suspected traffickers.