Police authorities assured the public that no effort would be spared in ensuring that justice is served.
The Ogun State Police Command says it has commenced a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the deaths of a renowned broadcaster and retired Ogun State Television personality, Kitan Oyesiku, and her security guard, who were reported to have been shot and killed by gunmen.
In a statement issued in Abeokuta, the state capital, the Ogun Police Command Public Relations Officer, Oluseyi Babaseyi, said a resident of Iyana Agodo village reported the incident at Owode Egba Division on Sunday, raising alarm over suspicious activities at the residence.
“Police detectives were immediately deployed to the scene, where preliminary assessment revealed signs of forced entry and disturbance. During a thorough search of the premises, the corpse of the security guard was discovered within the security post, while the body of Ms Oyesiku was later found inside her apartment. While her vehicle was also discovered missing from the premises,” Babaseyi said
“The Ogun State Commissioner of Police, Bode Ojajuni, has ordered a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. An intensive investigation is ongoing to unravel the facts, track down, and apprehend the perpetrators of this heinous act, while ensuring that all those involved are brought to justice.”
“Surveillance and intelligence-led operations have been expanded across relevant locations as part of ongoing proactive measures,” the police said.
The Ogun State Police Command commiserated with the family of the deceased, the Ogun State Television (OGTV) family, the media community, and all those affected by this tragic loss.
It assured the public that no effort would be spared in ensuring that justice is served while urging residents to remain calm and vigilant and to provide any useful information that may assist the ongoing investigation.
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