Police launch probe as man allegedly kills two siblings, five-year-old daughter in Ondo

The Ondo State Police Command has opened an investigation after a 28-year-old man, Femi Agbeye, allegedly killed two of his female siblings and a five-year-old girl believed to be his daughter in the Government Reserved Area of Okitipupa Local Government Area.

The tragic incident reportedly happened on April 8 at the Agbeye family residence along Doctor’s Road, Okitipupa. Sources said the suspect gained access to the apartment, locked himself inside, and carried out the attack.

When a crew from the Nigerian Television Authority visited the scene, the suspect’s father, Ade Agbeye, claimed that his son had a history of substance abuse and had previously made violent threats against family members.

“He had been involved in the use of illicit substances and had been threatening to kill his mother and me for some time,” he said.

He added that the situation escalated fatally on the day of the incident.

“When we entered the house, we saw the bodies of the children on the floor in their mother’s room. I immediately went to the police to inform them about the incident,” he said.

Ade further claimed that the suspect had earlier been arrested but was released against his wishes.

“He had previously been arrested but was released against my wishes before going on to commit this heinous act,” he added.

Some residents in the area also said the suspect was seen forcing his way into the apartment before the attack.

The Ondo State Police Command confirmed the incident, with the Police Public Relations Officer, Jimoh Abayomi, stating that investigations are ongoing.

“The command assures the good people of Ondo State, particularly from Okitipupa, that due diligence will be carried out in this case and nobody should be apprehensive or raise any unnecessary alarm,” he said.

He added that the command would ensure justice is served.

“The command is capable, and we will ensure that justice is served,” he said.

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