Ondo Police Warn Residents Over Suspected Poisoning Deaths In Odigbo –
Police Warn Residents of Odigbo Over Potential Poisoning Incidents
The Ondo State Police Command has issued a warning to residents of the Odigbo Local Government Area regarding the consumption of unregulated or suspicious alcoholic and herbal products. This alert follows reports of fatalities that are suspected to be linked to possible poisoning.
The police have launched an investigation into the recent deaths occurring in Odigbo, Araromi-Obu, and Orita New Town. The exact circumstances surrounding these fatalities remain unclear.
In a formal statement, the police confirmed collaboration with the Ondo State Government, the Ministry of Health, and local health authorities to determine the precise causes of the deaths. Officers from the Police Medical Services are actively involved in collecting evidence and information, while medical and toxicological examinations are underway to identify any substances that may be responsible.
Authorities urged residents to remain calm and avoid disseminating unverified information, particularly concerning specific substances that might be implicated in the fatalities. Investigators emphasized that lab analyses are ongoing.
Additionally, residents are advised to refrain from consuming any unregulated or suspicious alcoholic and herbal preparations until the investigation concludes. The police acknowledged that the total number of casualties and the specific cause of death will be clarified as the investigation progresses.
Felix Ohagwu, the Commissioner of Police in Ondo State, assured the community that the Command is committed to working alongside relevant authorities to uncover the details surrounding these incidents and to take appropriate action against those found responsible.
The police stated that they will provide further updates as credible findings become available.
