Tension as Bandits Kidnap Monarch, Shoot Wife In Late Night Attack

Armed bandits have kidnapped a traditional ruler, Adeniyi Adelana, in Ode Oriya Village, Owo Local Government Area of Ondo State.

The armed assailants, numbering about six, also shot the monarch’s wife in the right hand during a late-night attack.

It was gathered that the gunmen kidnapped the traditional ruler from his residence on Friday, June 13, at about 8:05 p.m.

As reported by Daily Trust, eyewitnesses said the gunmen forcefully whisked the traditional ruler away through a nearby bush path.

The kidnapping incident caused panic among residents after the gunmen stormed the community under the cover of darkness.

The State Police Public Relations Officer, Jimoh Abayomi, said the monarch’s wife has been taken to a medical facility for treatment.

“In the course of the attack, the victim’s wife sustained a gunshot injury to her right hand. She was promptly rescued and taken to a nearby medical facility, where she is currently receiving treatment and responding positively to medical care.”

Abayomi disclosed that the Divisional Police Officer of B Division, Owo, has swiftly mobilised to the scene following a distress call. “A full-scale search-and-rescue operation has since been launched, with police operatives combing surrounding forests, bush paths, and suspected escape routes to locate and rescue the abducted community leader.”