Panic Grips Residents, Traders as Police Deploy Tactical Teams
Two persons have been killed, while four others sustained gunshot injuries following a violent attack at the Owò-Ẹ̀bà area of Ilesa Garage, Osogbo, Osun State.
The incident, which reportedly occurred some hours ago, threw residents, motorists and traders into panic as gunshots rang out in the area.
Although local sources have linked the violence to a suspected clash between rival cult groups, the actual motive behind the attack has yet to be officially established by security authorities.
Confirming the incident, the spokesperson of the Osun State Police Command, SP Abiodun Ojelabi, disclosed that two persons died at the scene, while four injured victims were rescued by police operatives and rushed to a nearby hospital for medical attention.
Ojelabi identified one of the deceased as Small Rugged, adding that the identity of the second victim had yet to be established.
He further disclosed that investigations had commenced to unravel the circumstances surrounding the deadly incident and identify those responsible.
The Police Public Relations Officer also said the Commissioner of Police had immediately deployed tactical teams to the affected area, directing them to intensify efforts to apprehend the perpetrators.
The latest incident has renewed concerns over public safety in Osogbo, particularly amid reports of suspected cult-related violence.
The police have yet to disclose whether any suspects have been arrested in connection with the attack.
