Crime news in ogun state

Ogun State, located in the southwestern region of Nigeria, has been plagued by various forms of crime in recent years. Here are some recent crime news reports from Ogun State:

  1. Armed Robbery: On January 10, 2022, a gang of armed robbers attacked a commercial bank in Abeokuta, the state capital, and made away with an undisclosed amount of money. The robbers, who were said to be heavily armed, stormed the bank around 9:30 am and held the staff and customers hostage before making off with the loot. (Source: Vanguard)
  2. Kidnapping: On January 15, 2022, a businessman was kidnapped by unknown gunmen in Sagamu, Ogun State. The victim, who was identified as a 35-year-old man, was said to have been abducted while on his way to work. The kidnappers demanded a ransom of N10 million before releasing the victim. (Source: Punch)
  3. Murder: On January 20, 2022, a 25-year-old man was stabbed to death by his girlfriend in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State. The victim, who was identified as a student, was said to have been stabbed multiple times by his girlfriend, who was reportedly jealous of his relationship with another woman. (Source: Daily Trust)
  4. Armed Banditry: On January 25, 2022, a group of armed bandits attacked a community in Yewa North Local Government Area of Ogun State, killing one person and injuring several others. The bandits, who were said to be heavily armed, stormed the community around 2 am and began shooting sporadically, causing panic and destruction. (Source: The Nation)
  5. Ritual Killing: On February 1, 2022, a 30-year-old man was arrested by the police in Abeokuta for allegedly killing a 25-year-old woman and using her body parts for ritual purposes. The suspect, who was said to have been arrested after a tip-off, was reported to have confessed to the crime. (Source: Premium Times)
  6. Car Snatching: On February 5, 2022, a gang of car snatchers attacked a motorist in Sagamu, Ogun State, and made away with his car. The victim, who was said to have been driving home from work, was reportedly stopped by the snatchers, who overpowered him and drove off with his car. (Source: The Punch)
  7. Cultism: On February 10, 2022, a cult group clashed with a rival group in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, leaving several people injured. The clash, which was said to have been sparked by a dispute over a woman, resulted in the destruction of several properties and the injury of several people. (Source: Daily Sun)

These are just a few examples of the crime news reports from Ogun State in recent months. It is important to note that crime is a serious issue that affects many communities in Nigeria, and it is essential for the government and law enforcement agencies to work together to prevent and combat crime.