Police Speaks on Viral Video of Alleged Kidnapping Incident in Ondo State

By Adamu Aliyu Aliyu/ABUJA//

The Ondo State Police Command has clarifies insinuation about an alleged kidnapping incident in a video currently circulating across various social media platforms.

According to a statement made available to SECURITY MONITOR by the Police Public Relations Officer in Ondo State, DSP Aanlade Olayande Olayinka Olushola, the purportedly video depicts a kidnapping incident said to have occurred recently in Ondo State.

The Command wishes to categorically refute this claim and set the record straight. Upon thorough investigation, it has been established that the incident in question did not occur in Ondo State, but rather took place sometime last year in a community located in Edo State, near the boundary with Ondo State.

This act of disinformation poses a serious threat to public safety, creates unnecessary panic among citizens, and potentially hampers ongoing security operations.

The Ondo State Police Command views the spread of unverified and misleading information as not only irresponsible but also counterproductive to efforts in maintaining peace and security within the state.

We urge members of the public to always verify the authenticity of any information before sharing it, particularly on social media.

The general public is encouraged to rely on official communication channels for accurate updates regarding security matters.

The Ondo State Police Command remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of all residents. We continue to work diligently with other security agencies and community stakeholders to prevent and combat crime across the state.

For any inquiries or to report suspicious activity, please contact the Command’s emergency lines or visit the nearest police station.

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