Olushola Omogbehin
The traditional ruler of Agamọ Community in Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State, Oba Kehinde Falodun, has been shot dead by gunmen.
This sad incident occurred on Wednesday evening while the traditional ruler was trying to resist the attempt by the gunmen to kidnap him.
The kidnappers were said to have shot him several times but the bullets did not penetrate prompting them to hit his head with a heavy object, that led to his death.
The spokesperson of Police Command in Ondo State, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, the who confirmed this in a statement made available to newsmen on Thursday in Akure, said the incident occurred on Wednesday at about 7:10 p.m and that investigation had commenced into the matter.
“The victim was later found a few metres away with gunshot wounds. He was confirmed dead at the scene.
“Upon receipt of the report, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), alongside tactical teams from the command, promptly mobilised officers in collaboration with local security outfits.
“Atuluse Security, local hunters, and Amotekun operatives also assisted in combing adjoining bushes and surrounding areas in a bid to apprehend the perpetrators. Efforts are ongoing to track down and arrest the fleeing suspects.
“Monitoring and surveillance activities have been intensified across the area to ensure the safety of residents and prevent further breakdown of law and order.
“The public is assured that no stone will be left unturned in bringing those responsible for the heinous act to justice,” he said.
Members of the public with reliable information are urged to report to the nearest police station or contact the command.
Some weeks ago, suspected bandits attacked Ayede Community in the same local government area and abducted a pregnant woman, Mrs Mary Jesulayomi, who was later released after a ransom was reportedly paid.
