The Kwara State Police Command has arrested a 16-year-old girl for allegedly aiding the escape of her brother.
The suspect is wanted in connection with a housebreaking and theft incident in Arandun community, Irepodun Local Government Area.
The development followed a complaint lodged at the Arandun Police Division when residents reported a case of housebreaking and theft within the community.
It was gathered that the prime suspect, identified as 19-year-old Timothy Aransiola, had fled the community shortly after the report was made.
Subsequent investigations and intelligence gathering by operatives reportedly linked the suspect’s movements to his younger sister, Esther Aransiola, who was alleged to have played a role in helping him evade capture.
Confirming the incident Monday, police spokeswoman, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, said the teenager was taken into custody as part of efforts to unravel the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s escape and to determine the extent of her alleged involvement.
“During interrogation, she was cautioned in accordance with standard procedure and her statement was duly obtained to aid the ongoing investigation.
“She was however released to her guardian on bond after preliminary findings, while inquiries into the matter remain active”, she said.
The police said security operatives have intensified efforts to track down the fleeing suspect.
