Ondo Police apprehend two Varsity students over alleged rape

The Ondo State Police Command has arrested two students of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko (AAUA), for allegedly conspiring to rape a 20-year-old female student of the institution.

Police spokesperson, DSP Olushola Ayanlade, confirmed the arrest in a statement on Monday, noting that the incident highlights the command’s reinforced efforts to combat serious crimes across the state.

Preliminary investigation, according to the police, revealed that the victim was invited to the residence of her longtime acquaintance, Queen Sodo, a 19-year-old undergraduate of the university, before the crime reportedly occurred.

Ayanlade said the victim, who had known Sodo since secondary school, accepted a drink later found to have been laced with drugs, rendering her unconscious.

“After noticing the victim had become incapacitated, Queen Sodo reportedly left the room, invited her male accomplice, and kept watch while the crime occurred,” he said.

A neighbour, upon hearing unusual sounds, reportedly rushed into the apartment and found the victim unconscious alongside the male suspect.

She was immediately taken for medical treatment and later transferred to a specialist facility, where she is now recovering.

“Both suspects have confessed to their involvement and described their specific roles in the crime,” he said.

He added that key exhibits, including the drug-laced drink, were recovered and identified by the victim and the suspects.

Ayanlade said the suspects remain in lawful custody and will be transferred to the Gender Desk Office for further investigation and prosecution.

“The command assures the public that offenders will face the full weight of the law, regardless of familiarity with their victims,” he said.

He urged parents and guardians to educate their children on caution in relationships, noting that even long friendships may be exploited for criminal acts.

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