Amotekun arrests nearly 100 suspects for crimes in Ondo
The Ondo State Security Network Agency, known as Amotekun, has apprehended 97 individuals linked to various crimes across the state. According to Commander Akogun Adetunji Adeleye, the suspects were involved in kidnapping, robbery, burglary, and violations of the anti-open grazing law. Some were caught in the act, while others were found living illegally in forests. The agency also uncovered a new trend involving women moving into forests with household items.
What happened
- Akogun Adetunji Adeleye reported that 97 suspects were arrested across Ondo State’s 18 local government areas within two weeks of raids.
- The arrests included members of kidnapping and armed robbery gangs operating in locations such as Ikare Akoko, Akure, Ilu-Abo, and others.
- Some suspects were found violating the anti-open grazing law, while others were linked to burglary, robbery, vehicle hijacking, and theft.
- A syndicate operating in the state was dismantled, with stolen vehicles and principal suspects apprehended.
- The commander highlighted a new trend where women, allegedly fleeing security pressure in the North, were found in forests with personal belongings, raising concerns about potential plans to destabilise the region.
