Crimes

Gunmen kidnap 3 family members in Kwara

Gunmen have abducted three family members on the Oro-Agbamu Road in Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara State.

The Kwara State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Toun Ejire-Adeyemi, confirmed the incident via a statement on Sunday, February 2, 2025.

Ejire-Adeyemi said: “It was reported that unknown armed men stormed Owoyale Village along Oro-Agbamu Road and forcefully whisked three persons to an unknown location.

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“The victims were Alhaji Moshood Owoyale, his brother, Alhaji Abdulkazeem Owoyale, and the wife of Alhaji Moshood.

“The police alongside the vigilante/hunter groups have swung into action; combing the forest to rescue the victims unhurt and apprehend the criminals behind this act.

“Further developments on the outcome will be communicated as it progresses.”

The Star

Segun Ojo

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