The Osun State Police Command has confirmed that two people were killed and four others sustained gunshot injuries during a suspected cult clash in Osogbo, Osun State, on Friday. According to the police, the incident occurred in the Oke-Baale area of Osogbo. The command's spokesperson, Abiodun Ojelabi, stated that the police were aware of a shooting incident suspected to have been perpetrated by cult groups in the area.
One of the deceased was identified as Small Rugged, while efforts were ongoing to establish his other names. The police confirmed that the two persons died at the spot, and four other people sustained gunshot injuries. They were rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment by the police. The incident has raised concerns about the security situation in the area.
Following the incident, the Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Zungura, directed tactical teams of the command to move into the area and arrest those responsible for the killings. The police evacuated the bodies from the scene, while the four people injured during the incident were taken to a hospital for medical attention. The police are working to apprehend the suspects.
Eyewitnesses reported that the violence started at a lounge in the Owoeba community, located along the Osogbo-Ilesa Road. The victims were said to have been drinking before the attackers arrived. A resident of the area, who spoke on condition of anonymity due to security concerns, said gunshots and commotion were heard shortly after the suspected assailants arrived at the lounge.
The resident added that a fight reportedly broke out before the victims were overpowered by the attackers, resulting in the deaths of two people. The witness stated that one of the victims was hit on the head by the assailants and died on the spot, while another man was shot by the assailants.
The police have not released the identities of the other victims or the suspects. The incident has sparked fears among residents in the area, who are calling for increased security measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. The police are investigating the incident and working to prevent further violence.
The Osun State Police Command is working to maintain peace and order in the area. The Commissioner of Police has assured residents that the police will do everything possible to bring the perpetrators to justice. The incident is under investigation, and the police are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Key points
- Two people were killed and four others injured in a suspected cult clash in Osogbo, Osun State.
- The police have identified one of the deceased as Small Rugged and are working to establish his other names.
- The police have directed tactical teams to arrest those responsible for the killings and are investigating the incident.
