Police nab 21-year-old over alleged rape, murder in Ondo

By Boye Oyeyemi

The Ondo State Police Command has arrested a 21-year-old man named Alabi Anthony for his alleged involvement in the killing of a woman, Olaseni Veronica, in Iboropa, Akoko area of the state.

According to the police, detectives began tracking the deceased’s missing mobile phone, a move that eventually led to the arrest of the suspect, following credible intelligence that triggered an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

During interrogation, the suspect reportedly confessed to the crime, admitting that he had sexual contact with the victim before allegedly killing her.

Describing the act as cruel and unacceptable, the police assured residents that justice would be pursued, adding that the case had been transferred to the state headquarters in Akure for further investigation and prosecution.

In his remarks, the Commissioner of Police urged members of the public to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities to security agencies, amid advising residents against making hasty conclusions in cases of sudden deaths, noting that timely information is key to effective policing.