The Oyo State Police Command has arrested a man who allegedly traveled from Anambra State with the intention of avenging the death of his brother. During the apprehension, police officers recovered a pistol and a cartridge from the suspect.
The interception occurred during a routine stop-and-search operation conducted by operatives of the Safer Highway Patrol. The suspect was traveling in a commercial bus along Ife Road when he was stopped by the law enforcement officers.
Authorities confirmed that the man had made the journey specifically to carry out revenge for his sibling’s killing. The recovered firearm and ammunition were seized as part of the investigation into the incident.
The arrest highlights ongoing efforts by the Oyo State police to maintain security and prevent retaliatory violence within the state. The suspect is currently in custody, where further investigations are being conducted regarding the circumstances of his brother’s death and his intent to use the recovered weapon.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>