Robbery victims rescued, three suspects held in Ondo
Operatives of the Ondo State Police Command have rescued five victims of an armed robbery and arrested three suspects following a swift response on Ondo Road in Ondo State. The
- From Tosin Tope, Akure
Operatives of the Ondo State Police Command have rescued five victims of an armed robbery and arrested three suspects following a swift response on Ondo Road in Ondo State.
The incident occurred in the early hours of yesterday between Ita-Oba and Oboto, along a major route linking Ondo and Akure.
In a statement, the command’s spokesperson, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Jimoh Abayomi, in Akure.
According to him, a commercial vehicle conveying five passengers was intercepted by armed men and diverted into a nearby bush, where the victims were robbed of their belongings.
The victims were identified as Sunday Omodele, 63; Osedimilehin Peter, 29; Osedimilehin Ifeoluwa, 18; Osedimilehin Florence, 56; and Ademola Regina.
Abayomi said a distress call triggered a rapid response involving police officers and personnel of the State Security Network, codenamed Amotekun.
He noted that the joint operation led to the rescue of the victims, who were found unharmed.
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The three suspects: Akinyemi Olamilekan, Mutaka Ali, and Atiku Abubakar were arrested in connection with the crime.
The police spokesperson added that the suspects have provided useful information to investigators and will be charged to court upon the conclusion of investigations.
The Commissioner of Police, Adebowale Lawal, reassured residents and commuters of the command’s commitment to securing highways and major transit routes across the state.
Adebowale said patrols, surveillance, and intelligence-led operations have been intensified to prevent similar incidents and ensure swift emergency responses.
The command urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities, stressing that timely and credible information is crucial in combating crime.
It, however, lauded the professionalism and prompt response of officers involved in the operation, describing it as a reflection of its dedication to protecting lives and property.
