Ogun State Police Command arrested a truck driver, Olalere Timileyin, and his motor boy in connection with the death of a man who was allegedly assaulted for stealing a tarpaulin.
The incident occurred in Obada Oko, Abeokuta, on Friday, December 13, 2023.
According to a statement released by the state police spokesperson, SP Omolola Odutola, the victim was severely beaten by the suspects. Despite being rushed to the State Hospital, Ijaye, for medical treatment, the victim succumbed to his injuries.
Odutola revealed that the victim’s body has been transferred to the morgue for an autopsy. The arrested suspects are currently undergoing interrogation, and efforts are underway to locate the victim’s family. The case will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation and Intelligence Department (SCIID) Eleweran for further investigation.
The Ogun State Police Command has issued a warning to residents against engaging in street fights or any form of violence that could disrupt the peace during the upcoming festive season and beyond.
