Crime

Gunmen abduct 20 travellers along Sagamu-Ijebu-Ode expressway

…Victim hospitalised

CITIZENS COMPASS –Suspected gunmen on Sunday, June 30, 2024, reportedly abducted about 20 travellers along the Sagamu-Ijebu-Ode Expressway, Ogun State.

The incident occurred at about 9. p.m.

The gunmen were said to have ambushed the travellers between Sagamu Area Command of the Nigeria Police and Ilisan township.

Ilisan Development Council Chairman, Wemmy Osude, who disclosed this to newsmen said information reaching him suggests that the “kidnapping incident occurred between the Area Command and Ilisan City Gate.

“A resident of Ilisan (name unconfirmed) was reportedly shot on the knee and is receiving medical attention at Babcock Teaching Hospital.

“Other victims were taken into the bush. While waiting for additional information, please contact your loved ones who may be plying that road at about this time to be cautious.”

Osude who confirmed the incident also disclosed that he had spoken to the Sagamu Police Area Commander about the kidnap incident.

“I have spoken to the Sagamu Area Commander about this incident, and hopefully, we trust that all the security agents will go after these criminals and rescue these people.”

 

details later…

 

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