ONDO POLICE ARREST TWO SUSPECTED KIDNAPPERS, RECOVER OPERATIONAL MOTORCYCLES
ONDO STATE POLICE COMMAND
PRESS RELEASE
ONDO POLICE ARREST TWO SUSPECTED KIDNAPPERS, RECOVER OPERATIONAL MOTORCYCLES
The Ondo State Police Command has recorded a significant operational breakthrough in its sustained efforts to combat kidnapping and other violent crimes across the State. This development reaffirms the Command’s unwavering commitment to the protection of lives and property, which continues to underpin its proactive and intelligence-driven approach to crime prevention and enforcement.
The operatives of the Command’s Anti-Kidnapping Unit on 11th February, 2026 acted on credible tracking analysis and technical intelligence, leading to the arrest of Abubakar Sindiku (M), 25 years, and Oliver Okoh (M), 35 years in Sabo Sango, Ado Road and Ilado Community respectively
The suspects were apprehended in connection with an ongoing investigation into a kidnapping case within the State. Upon arrest, their statements were duly recorded, and they are currently assisting the Police with useful information.
Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspects belong to a kidnapping syndicate. They reportedly used their motorcycles for reconnaissance, gathering information about potential targets, and providing logistics support, including supplying food and other operational accessories to members of the syndicate. The operational motorcycles and relevant tools used in facilitating their criminal activities were recovered.
Investigation is ongoing to apprehend other members of the syndicate and ensure they are brought to justice.
The Commissioner of Police, Ondo State Command, Adebowale Lawal, psc(+), mnips, expressed appreciation to the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, for his visionary leadership and strategic policing reforms which continue to enhance intelligence-sharing, operational coordination, and efficiency across police formations nationwide.
The Commissioner further reassured residents that the Command remains resolute and is leaving no stone unturned in ensuring the safety and security of lives and property throughout Ondo State.
Members of the public are encouraged to remain vigilant and continue to provide timely, credible and actionable information to security agencies.
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E-Signed
DSP ABAYOMI JIMOH
Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO)
Ondo State Command
23rd February, 2026.
