The Onipanu Divisional Headquarters, Ogun State Police Command, has arrested a ride-share driver, Olayemi Yusuf ‘m’ (30 years old), for the alleged abduction of a female passenger. The suspect, who was also assaulted by an angry mob, is currently in police custody while investigation has commenced.
Confirming the incident, CSP Omolola Odutola, spokesperson of the command, said
‘’On 24 March 2025, at about 1500hrs, officers received information about a suspicious vehicle along Ilogbo Road, Ojuore, Ogun State. A swift police response led to the rescue of the victim, Coutroupis Peace ‘f’ (22 years old) of No. 17 Fisher Street, Cement Bus Stop, Lagos.
Preliminary investigation revealed the victim booked a ride through an online car service from Lekki, Lagos, to Off Freedom Way, Lekki. However, during the journey, the driver claimed his navigation system malfunctioned and deviated from the intended route. He subsequently overpowered the victim and restrained her hands with two plastic tyre clips.
On arrival at Omowo Filling Station along Ilogbo road, Ota, the victim raised alarm, drawing the attention of passersby, who intervened and attacked the suspect before police officers arrived at the scene.”
Odutola mentioned that both the victim and the suspect were taken to the police station, with the suspect receiving medical attention due to injuries sustained from the mob attack.
She mentioned that the state Commissioner of Police, CP Lanre Ogunlowo, enjoins the public to avoid taking laws into their own hands and urges citizens to report suspicious activities to the authorities for proper investigation and legal action.