CITIZENS COMPASS– A hunter, Taiwo Bolugbe, has reportedly died while retrieving a dead animal in the forest at Ajinawo area, Yewa North Local Government, Ogun State.
The incident occurred when a group of hunters were on a hunting expedition to the area.
His gun was said to have slipped from his shoulder and recorded accidental discharge leading to fatal injuries on Bolugbe.
Spokesperson, Ogun State Police Command Omolola Odutola, confirmed the incident in a statement on Tuesday.
She said the Command was investigating the inciden.
“The Ogun State Police Command has launched an investigation into the tragic shooting incident that claimed the life of a hunter during a group hunting expedition at Ajinawo area, Yewa North Local Government, Ogun State.
“At about 16:30hrs on March 23, 2025, the police received a report that a hunting trip had turned fatal when a hunter, Taiwo Bolugbe ‘m’, was accidentally shot. Five hunters were arrested in connection with the incident:
“The group embarked on a hunting expedition in the area near Dangote Cement Company, Ibese. The accident occurred around 1500hrs when the victim, Taiwo Bolugbe, attempted to retrieve a hunted animal. His Dane gun reportedly slipped from his shoulder, discharged accidentally, and fatally struck him in the neck and lower jaw. He succumbed to his injuries despite efforts by fellow hunters to save his life.
“The case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for further investigation. The Police Command urges the public to exercise caution while handling firearms, even in hunting activities, to prevent tragic incidents.”
