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The Police Command in Ondo State reports that gunmen have murdered Oba Kehinde Falodun, the traditional ruler known as the Alagamọ of Agamọ community within Akure North Local Government Area.

DSP Abayomi Jimoh, the spokesperson for the command, confirmed this in a statement to newsmen on Thursday in Akure. He noted that the incident took place on Wednesday at approximately 7:10 p.m.

Jimoh stated that the division received the information at around 7:50 p.m. from a community leader, High Chief Ajewole Clement of New Town, Itaogbolu.

According to him, the information suggested that around six armed individuals broke into the house of the traditional leader, seized him from his yard, and then made their escape.

“The victim was later found a few metres away with gunshot wounds. He was confirmed dead at the scene.

“Upon receipt of the report, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), alongside tactical teams from the command, promptly mobilised officers in collaboration with local security outfits.

“Atuluse Security, local hunters, and Amotekun operatives also assisted to comb adjoining bushes and surrounding areas in a bid to apprehend the perpetrators. Efforts are ongoing to track down and arrest the fleeing suspects.

“Monitoring and surveillance activities have been intensified across the area to ensure the safety of residents and prevent further breakdown of law and order.

“The public are assured that no stone will be left unturned in bringing those responsible for the heinous act to justice,” he said.

He stated that the public should report credible and actionable information to the nearest police station or contact the command.

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