There is a palpable fear and tension in Igbodigo community in Okitipupa Local Government Area of Ondo State following the gruesome murder of Prince OgoOluwa Omoge, a grandson of a popular musician, late Comfort Omoge.
The incident which still left residents of the community in shock and disbelief happened on Thursday along Okitipupa-Igbokoda expressway..
According to an eye witness who pleaded annonimity said that the the scavenger named Machido Abubakar slit the throat of late OgoOluwa with dagger, during an altercation over an undisclosed issue.
“The victim was rushed to the hospital where he was pronounced dead,” the anonymous said.
DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, the spokesperson for the Ondo State Police Command who confirmed the incident disclosed that the suspect has been arrested by the police.
“Yes, I can confirm the incident occurred on April 17, One suspect has been arrested and is currently being held in custody,” Ayanlade said
Meanwhile, Mr Andrew Ogunsakin, the Chairman of Okitipupa LGA, commended efforts of residents of the community with security agencies which led to the arrest of the suspect.
Ogunsakin assured the community of his administration’s dedication to ensuring the safety and security of all residents, urging them to remain calm and law-abiding.
Tragedy as scavenger allegedly kills Comfort Omoge’s grandson in Ondo
