The security situation in Ondo State worsened on Thursday after gunmen stormed a poultry farminIgunshin community in Akure North Local Government Area of the state, killing a woman and her daughter.
Three people were reportedly abducted by the gunmen during the attack.
According to reports, about five armed men stormed the farm at about 1:00 PM, scaled the perimeter fence and launched the attack while the victims were working alongside other members of staff.
The situation reportedly escalated after the lifeless bodies of the poultry owner and her daughter were later discovered within the premises.
DSP Abayomi Jimoh, Spokesperson of the Ondo State Police Command, confirmed the incident in a statement he issued on Friday.
DSP Jimoh noted: “The Command strongly condemns the violent incident at Igushin via Ala, Akure, which led to the tragic loss of two innocent lives. While two victims were rescued through a swift and coordinated operation, we regret the unfortunate deaths recorded.”
He assured that security has been reinforced in the area, adding that efforts are ongoing to apprehend those responsible for the attack.
The police image maker appeals to members of the public to remain vigilant and provide credible information that could assist ongoing investigations into the unfortunate incident.
