The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed the abduction of four persons along the Igbeti–Kishi Road in the Oke-Ogun axis of the state, prompting an immediate security response aimed at rescuing the victims and apprehending the perpetrators.
The State Police Public Relation Officer, DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, confirmed this to mewsmen on Thursday, March 5.
The Command disclosed that upon receiving information about the incident, the Commissioner of Police in the state swiftly directed the Divisional Police Officers (DPOs) of Kishi and Igbeti divisions to mobilise personnel and operational resources to the area.
According to the police, the operation is being supported by other tactical teams who have been deployed to intensify search efforts and ensure the safe rescue of the victims.
Ayanlade noted that security operatives are currently combing the surrounding forests and nearby communities as part of a coordinated search and rescue mission.
“The Commissioner of Police immediately directed the Divisional Police Officers of Kishi and Igbeti divisions, supported by other tactical teams, to deploy all necessary operational assets to ensure the safe rescue of the victims and the prompt arrest and prosecution of the perpetrators,” the statement said.
The police further explained that intelligence gathering has been heightened in the area as part of ongoing efforts to track down the suspects and dismantle any criminal network responsible for the attack.
“Coordinated search and rescue efforts are currently underway, with security operatives combing the surrounding areas and intensifying intelligence gathering to track down the suspects,” the Command added.
Reaffirming its commitment to public safety, the Police Command assured residents that every available resource is being deployed to secure the release of the abducted individuals.
“The Command remains resolute in its commitment to ensuring the safety of residents. We urge members of the public to remain calm while providing any useful information that could assist ongoing operations,” the statement said.