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Family demands justice after popular artisan slain in Ondo robbery
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Family demands justice after popular artisan slain in Ondo robbery

From Premium Times · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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News Named sources Outcome reported
  • A 47-year-old technician, Idris Clement, was killed during an armed robbery in Ondo State, Nigeria.
  • The robbers attacked Clement with axes and cutlasses before shooting him when he tried to defend his family.
  • Police have arrested one suspect and are pursuing others, while Clement's family demands justice.

A violent armed robbery in Akure South Local Government Area, Ondo State, has left a 47-year-old technician, Idris Clement, dead. The incident occurred early Saturday morning when a gang of at least three individuals targeted Clement's home after robbing two neighboring properties.

Mr. Clement, a father of five known for repairing air conditioners and freezers, confronted the intruders in an attempt to protect his family. The robbers attacked him with axes and cutlasses before shooting him. He was rushed to a hospital but died from significant blood loss.

popular, humble and kind-hearted

— HakeemA close friend paid tribute to Mr Clement’s character.

His son, AbdulFatai Clement, described the attack as devastating, emphasizing that his father was outnumbered. A friend, Hakeem, remembered Clement as a popular, humble, and kind-hearted man who supported others. His widow, Taibat Clement, called him a hardworking and responsible family man and appealed to authorities for justice.

The Ondo State Police Command confirmed the arrest of one suspect. Police Public Relations Officer Jimoh Abayomi stated that the investigation is ongoing and assured the community that all involved will face legal consequences.

hardworking, peaceful and responsible family man

— Taibat ClementMr Clement's widow remembered her husband and appealed for justice.
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