Woman and daughter killed, three abducted in Ondo poultry farm attack
Suspected gunmen attacked a poultry farm in Igushi community near Akure, killing a woman and her daughter. Three other workers were abducted during the incident. Abayomi Jimoh, the state Police Public Relations Officer, confirmed the attack and said efforts are ongoing to apprehend the perpetrators. The incident has heightened security concerns in Ondo State, especially in rural areas.
What we know
- Gunmen entered the farm by scaling the fence and attempted to kidnap workers before shooting two victims.
- The woman who owned the poultry and her daughter were found dead at the scene.
- Three people were abducted, but two victims were later rescued by police and Amotekun operatives.
- Abayomi Jimoh stated that security measures have been increased and investigations are ongoing.
- Residents have called for more security in rural communities following recent attacks and abductions.
