Amotekun arrests suspected kidnapper in Osun
The Osun Amotekun Corps says it has arrested a suspected kidnapper, Ayobola Awe, in the Isokun area of Ilesa.
This is contained in a statement by Yusuf Abass, the corp’s public relations officer, on Sunday in Osogbo.
The statement said the suspect, popularly called Bishop Awasere, had been on the wanted list of some security agencies over alleged murder and kidnapping.
It stated that Mr Awe and his notorious gang were tracked to a hideout in the Isokun area of Ilesa at 5:59 p.m.
“During the raid, Amotekun operatives recovered hard drugs and a cache of assorted charms believed to be used by the gang for spiritual fortification.
“We have also launched a manhunt on some gang members who managed to escape during the operation,” the statement added.
According to the statement, the arrest is a significant stride in the fight against violent crime in the state and its environs.
(NAN)
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