Osun police widen probe into shooting involving customs operatives
Osun Police Investigate Fatal Shooting of Motorist
The Osun State Police Command has broadened its investigation into the shooting death of a motorist on the Iwo–Osogbo Road.
Authorities are currently scrutinizing members of the Nigeria Customs Service as well as police officers stationed nearby. According to Police Public Relations Officer DSP Abiodun Ojelabi, two customs operatives suspected to be involved in the shooting are in custody as inquiries proceed.
Ojelabi confirmed that law enforcement officials at a nearby checkpoint when the incident occurred are also under investigation to assess their involvement and response during the shooting. The suspects have been identified as Kolawole Suuti and Danjuma Samuel, both affiliated with the customs service.
“The investigation is ongoing, and we are examining every aspect of the case, including the actions of personnel present at the scene,” Ojelabi stated.
The deceased has been identified as 41-year-old Anayo Azikwe Michael, a resident of Delta State. Ojelabi indicated that family members of the victim are en route to Osun to receive updates from authorities.
The customs operatives currently in custody have reported to police headquarters and will remain detained pending the investigation’s outcome. Ojelabi emphasized that the police officers present during the incident will also be subject to scrutiny as part of the effort to clarify the sequence of events.
“We will not leave any stone unturned in getting to the root of the matter,” he said.
Following the incident, police have increased their presence in the area while residents are calling for a transparent investigation and accountability for those found responsible.
