Breaking News: Abducted Girl in Ogun Reunited with Family
The Ogun State Police Command has successfully rescued a seven-year-old girl, Mercy Akinde, who was abducted on December 23, 2024, in Sango-Ota, Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government Area.
The rescue operation, led by Commissioner of Police Lanre Ogunlowo, resulted in the arrest of suspects connected to the abduction. The Anti-Kidnapping Team located the girl in Ayetoro, Ogun State. Further details are expected to be provided during a press briefing by the Commissioner of Police.
The case drew significant public attention after allegations emerged that officers at the Sango Division demanded ₦40,000 from the victim’s mother to initiate an investigation.
The Ogun State Police Command has acknowledged the unprofessional conduct of the officers involved and has initiated disciplinary actions against them.
The successful rescue of Mercy Akinde underscores the importance of prompt and professional responses to reports of missing persons.
The Ogun State Police Command has reiterated its commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all residents, urging the public to report any suspicious activities and assuring that such reports will be treated with the utmost urgency and professionalism.
