The police in Ogun has confirmed the abduction of the wife of retired Assistant Inspector General of Police, Hakeem Odumosu, from her residence in the Arepo area of the State.
Mrs. Odumosu was reportedly kidnapped in the early hours of Friday by heavily armed men who stormed her home, shooting sporadically.
Confirming the incident on enquiry, spokesperson for the Ogun State Police Command, CSP Omolola Odutola said the command acted swiftly by deploying operatives to secure her release.
“Information was received regarding the kidnapping of Mrs. Odumosu, a female resident of Aminu Street, Arepo, Ogun State.
“Reports indicate that she was about to enter her home when four masked men attacked her, dragged her from her Lexus Jeep, and took her through swampy areas to an unknown location.”
According to Odutola, the Divisional Police Officer has led a team of officers to the scene, where they are currently combing the swampy bush area in search of the victim.
“The State Commissioner of Police, Lanre Ogunlowo, has been briefed, and all covert operations have been deployed to assist with digital intelligence to ensure she is rescued unhurt.”
He added that local security forces in the reverine areas, including Baale Warewa and Baale Maaba, have also been engaged to assist in the rescue efforts.
