Gunmen have killed a mother and daughter during a kidnapping at a poultry farm located at Igushi via Ala, Akure North Local Government Area of the state, on Thursday.
It was gathered that the gunmen, numbering about five, invaded the farm and killed the poultry farm owner and her daughter, who was at work with others.
DSP Abayomi Jimoh, Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in Ondo State, who confirmed the incident to newsmen on Friday in Akure, said two persons were rescued alive.
“The Police Command in Ondo State strongly condemns the heinous violent incident at Igushin via Ala, Akure, which led to the tragic loss of two innocent lives.
“While two victims were successfully rescued through a swift and coordinated operation, the command expresses deep sorrow over the unfortunate deaths recorded.
“The command assures the people that adequate security measures have been put in place to ensure security of lives and property while efforts are ongoing to apprehend the perpetrators,” he said.
Jimoh, who reiterated the command’s commitment to bring those responsible to justice, urged residents to remain vigilant and cooperate with security agencies by providing timely and useful information. (NAN)
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