…Three feared dead, one other escaped with victim
By Adeyinka Adeniran
At least three suspected kidnappers have reportedly lost their lives while another escaped with gunshot wounds when they engaged men of the Western Security Networks codenamed Amotekun corps in Otu community, Itesiwaju local government area of Oyo state.
It was gathered that the suspects who were said to be on a mission in the area were spotted by the local hunters after they had invaded the community four days earlier and succeeded in the kidnap of one of the residents (name withheld).
The development was said to have created tension in the community which necessitated the invitation of Amotekun Corps.
The Amotekun operatives reportedly responded promptly and engaged the armed kidnapper in a gun duel.
During the confrontation, three of the suspected kidnappers were reportedly gunned down, while one managed to escape with the abducted victim.
Local sources confirmed that efforts are ongoing to track down the fleeing assailant and rescue the kidnapped individual.
It was gathered that the matter has been formally reported to the Police Division in Otu for further investigation and coordinated response.
