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Tragedy as unknown gunmen kill Monarch in Ondo community
The Nigeria Police Force in Ondo State has confirmed the killing of Oba Kehinde Falodun, the Alagamo of Agamo community in Akure North Local Government Area.
The command’s spokesperson, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, disclosed this in a statement issued on Thursday in Akure. He said the tragic incident happened on Wednesday at about 7:10 p.m.
According to him, the police division received a report around 7:50 p.m. from a community leader, High Chief Ajewole Clement of New Town, Itaogbolu.
Jimoh explained that the report showed that about six armed men invaded the monarch’s residence, forcefully took him away from his compound, and escaped from the area.
“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 to comb 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 are assured that no stone will be left unturned in bringing those responsible for the heinous act to justice,” he said.
According to him, members of the public with credible and actionable information are urged to report to the nearest police station or contact the command.
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