An unidentified suspected child kidnapper was arrested by the Kwara State Police Command in Ilorin, the state capital, according to a statement released by the state police command spokesperson, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, in Ilorin on Sunday.
The statement stated that, “On Friday, May 16, 2025, at approximately 1900hrs, operatives of the Kwara State Police Command apprehended an adult male (name unknown) alleged to be involved in child kidnapping in Ilorin.”
“The suspect, who claimed he was from Osun State, was apprehended by a joint patrol team of police operatives and community vigilante members during a routine operation.
“He was rescued from a violent mob that had accused him of attempting to kidnap a child and were on the verge of executing jungle justice.”
According to the statement, the suspect is presently being held by the police while enquiries are conducted to determine the truth of the claims and to find further people who could be involved in this occurrence.
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“The complainant(s) involved are yet to report at the command headquarters to provide more information to aid police detectives in unravelling this incident. Further updates will be provided as investigations unfold.
“The Kwara Police Command uses this medium to reiterate its stance against mob action and jungle justice. Such acts are not only unlawful but can also result in the miscarriage of justice. Members of the public are strongly advised to report all suspicious activities to the nearest police station rather than resort to self-help or violence.
“The Commissioner of Police, Adekimi Ojo, remains committed to protecting lives and property and ensuring justice is served within the bounds of the law,” the statement added.
