The Ogun State Police Command has launched an investigation into the death of 16-year-old Lawal Wahab, whose dismembered body was discovered days after he was declared missing.
Wahab, who had been staying with his grandmother, was reported missing by his father, Lawal Olumide. His decaying remains were found on July 23 along the Old Express Road in Igbile-Ijebu.
In a statement issued on Saturday, the Police Public Relations Officer for the state, Omolola Odutola, referred to the case as a deeply disturbing incident believed to be linked to ritual activity.
She said, “A preliminary examination revealed that the head, both wrists, heart, and genitals had been gruesomely removed — suggesting ritualistic motives.”
Odutola revealed that police had made arrests in connection with the incident.
“Acting swiftly on credible intelligence, officers from Omu-Ijebu Division apprehended suspects identified as Salawu Omikansola (25 years), Serefusi Agemo, and others,” she stated.
One of the suspects reportedly confessed to the crime during police interrogation, with the confession also recorded on video.
Odutola added that due to the condition of the body, the deceased was laid to rest in line with Islamic practices.
“The deceased has since been buried in accordance with Islamic rites due to the state of the remains,” she said.
The police spokesperson also disclosed that the case file and key evidence were being compiled for transfer to the State Criminal Investigation Department in Eleweran.
“Efforts are ongoing to arrest other fleeing accomplices.
The Ogun State Police Command condemns this heinous act and assures the public that justice will be pursued to its logical conclusion.”
She also advised the public to remain alert and report any suspicious behavior promptly.
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