The Ogun State Security Network, code named Amotekun Corps , on Saturday thwarted a robbery attempt following a swift response to a distress call from Akinale Town in Ewekoro Local Government Area of the State.
This is contained in a statement in Abeokuta by
Col. TT Bakare (Rtd),
Deputy Corps Commander, Ogun Amotekun.
According to the statement, the robbery incidence, during which a 28 year old man, Opeyemi Olusanya, was shot at the upper region of his left limp, took place around 1:20 AM.
He noted that the robbery attempt was foiled by the team of Amotekun, Ewekoro Command, who arrived at the scene to find the thieves attempting to flee in their wine-colored Kia Cerato operational vehicle with registration number KRD 840 JS belonging to one Ariwoola Abiola Wasiu of Ifesowapo Estate, Adunbu, Itori.
” At the sight of the combatant Amotekun operatives, the robbers took to their heels, made off with valuables, including eight sophisticated mobile phones, two laptops, jewelries and N54,000 as they managed to escape into the nearby bush.
” They left behind their operational vehicle which has since been handed over to the Itori Division of the Nigeria Police, who has since collaborated with the Amotekun to initiate a thorough investigation into the robbery and the escape of the robbers,” he said.
Bakare explained that the victim had been promptly transported to an undisclosed private Hospital in Obada-Oko for urgent medical attention.
Meanwhile, the local community has praised the prompt and proactive action of the Ogun State Amotekun Corps, highlighting their effort as a testament to commitment to protecting citizens
They emphasized their all-time quick response to distress calls as important steps towards ensuring safety and security in the State.
