By Bassey Promise
Police Neutralise Three Suspected Kidnappers, Rescue Abducted Victim in Oyo
The Oyo State Police Command says its operatives, working with local hunters and other security agencies, killed three suspected kidnappers and rescued an abducted victim during a coordinated operation in Otu, Itesiwaju Local Government Area of Oke-Ogun.
Police spokesperson DSP Ayanlade Olayinka said the operation followed a distress call on May 25, 2026, after local hunters on an expedition in Otu came under gunfire from suspected kidnappers. No hunters were injured in the initial attack.
A joint response team of police operatives, local hunters, and other security agencies was mobilised to the scene. On arrival, the suspects opened fire, triggering a gun duel. “Through superior tactical response and coordinated effort, the criminals were successfully overpowered, leading to the neutralisation of three suspected kidnappers,” the command said.
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The operation led to the rescue of Mosudi Gbolagade, about 50, who was kidnapped at Okaka and held captive in the Otu area. The victim sustained gunshot injuries during the exchange and was evacuated for urgent medical treatment.
One local hunter was also injured by gunfire during the encounter and is receiving treatment at a hospital.
Items recovered from the scene include one AK-47 rifle without ammunition, one single-barrel gun, and a machete.
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The Commissioner of Police praised the bravery of the local hunters and other security stakeholders involved in the rescue mission. The command reiterated its commitment to ridding Oyo State of violent crimes and urged residents to provide timely information to security agencies.
