The Ondo State Police Command has confirmed the abduction incident that occurred last night, at about 8:45 p.m. along Oda Road in Akure, the state capital.
In a statement by the PPRO Jimoh Abayomi, the Command condemned the criminal act carried out by suspected kidnappers who reportedly invaded the residence of one Adesida Daniel, a tomato farmer in Isagba Community along Oda Road.
According to the police, the victim sustained a gunshot injury to his right hand while attempting to resist the assailants, who abducted his wife during the attack.
Police said that upon receiving the distress call, operatives were immediately mobilised to the scene. The injured victim was rescued and taken to the Police Clinic for medical treatment, while the area was secured.
The Commissioner of Police has since directed intensified patrols, bush combing operations and intelligence gathering within the affected area and adjoining communities to track down the fleeing suspects.
The Command assured residents that efforts were ongoing to apprehend the perpetrators and bring them to justice.
Residents were also urged to remain vigilant and promptly report any suspicious movements or individuals to the nearest police station.
