The Oyo State Police Command has arrested a suspect in connection with a criminal altercation that resulted in the death of an individual in Asalu Community, Lalupon, Ibadan, as part of the Command’s proactive measures to maintain law and order and protect lives within the State.

Preliminary investigation revealed that the community authorities reported to Iyana-Offa Division that while sleeping, they were alerted by the community security guards about a confrontation involving a group of youths within the community. The injured individuals were immediately rushed to Ojo Oluwa Hospital, Iyana-Offa, for medical attention, where one of the victims, identified as Kehinde, also known as “Ogo Ojigbo,” later succumbed to his injuries.

Upon receipt of the report, a team of Police operatives led by the Divisional Police Officer, Supol Iyana-Offa, promptly proceeded to the scene and the hospital. Photographs were taken for documentation purposes, and one suspect, Giwa Sodiq, was arrested in connection with the incident. The corpse of the deceased has been deposited at Adeo State Hospital Morgue, Ring Road, Ibadan, for preservation and autopsy.

Efforts are ongoing to apprehend other fleeing suspects to ensure full prosecution.

The Commissioner of Police, CP Femi Haruna, commended the swift response of the operatives and urged residents to remain vigilant and report criminal activities promptly. He also appealed to members of the public with credible information that could lead to the arrest of the remaining suspects to come forward and assist the Police. He further appreciated the continuous guidance of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, in strengthening community policing and law enforcement across the State.