Suspected bandits have k!lled a woman and her daughter during an attack on a poultry farm in Igushi community, near Akure, the Ondo State capital
The incident occurred on Thursday and also led to the abduction of three other workers from the farm.
According to community sources, the attackers gained access to the facility by scaling the fence and initially attempted to kidnap workers before opening fire, killing the farm owner and her daughter.
A resident, who spoke anonymously, said the armed men operated in numbers and whisked away some victims during the attack.
“The gunmen came through the fence. They were about five and took three people away. Later, we found the woman who owns the poultry and her daughter dead.
“We quickly called the police and the Amotekun, who mobilised their men to the scene. They’ve later rescued the victims.”
Confirming the incident, the Police Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Police Force, Abayomi Jimoh, described the attack as tragic and assured that efforts were ongoing to track down the perpetrators.
“The Ondo State Police Command 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.
“Command assures the people that adequate security measures have been put in place to ensure the security of lives and property while efforts are ongoing to apprehend the perpetrators, and the Command also assures the public that those responsible will be brought to justice.
“Residents are urged to remain vigilant and cooperate with security agencies by providing timely and useful information.”
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