Man arrested with human head, palms in Ogun for ritual purposes

The Ogun State Police Command has made a significant arrest, apprehending 43-year-old Idowu Ashafa in connection with the disturbing discovery of a human head and two human palms. The suspect was intercepted in Igbesa during a routine patrol, with the human remains found concealed in a nylon bag. This incident has sent shockwaves through the community and highlights the dark underbelly of ritualistic practices.

According to DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, the spokesperson for the command, initial investigations indicate that Ashafa allegedly exhumed the remains from a grave in Ido Itekun Village for ritualistic purposes. The police have recovered the implement used in the act and have documented the scene. The case has since been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for a more thorough investigation, signaling the seriousness with which the authorities are treating this macabre discovery.

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Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect allegedly exhumed the remains from a grave at Ido Itekun Village, Igbesa, for ritual purposes.

The Ogun State Police Command has reaffirmed its commitment to combating crime within the state. They urge residents to remain vigilant and to promptly report any suspicious activities to the security agencies. The Punch, reporting on this unsettling event, emphasizes the need for continued efforts to dismantle criminal networks involved in such heinous acts and to ensure that justice is served.

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The implement used in committing the act was recovered, while the scene was visited and documented. The case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for further investigation.