Panic engulfs Ondo community over discovery of two corpses in bush

By Boye Oyeyemi

The Ondo State Police Command has launched an investigation following the discovery of two bodies in a bush at Akotogbo community in Irele Local Government Area of the state.

The victims, identified as Loyinmi Bode and Andrew Friday, were reportedly found at different locations within the community in separate incidents that occurred within one month.

The incidents have sparked fear among residents of the agrarian community, with many calling on security agencies and the state government to urgently strengthen security in the area.

Confirming the development, the state Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, said the command had already deployed operatives to restore normalcy in the community.

Jimoh stated that the police were fully aware of the situation and remained committed to protecting lives and property across the state.

“The command is fully aware of these developments and remains resolute in its constitutional mandate of protecting the lives and property of all law-abiding residents of Ondo State,” he said.

The police spokesman added that additional security measures had been introduced in Akotogbo and neighbouring communities to prevent any breakdown of law and order.

“In response, robust security measures have been emplaced within Akotogbo and its adjoining communities to prevent any breakdown of law and order and ensure sustained public safety. Moreover, efforts are ongoing to apprehend their killers,”Jimoh added.