An 80-year-old woman in Ore, Odigbo council area of Ondo has been brutally raped and murdered by suspected hoodlums, sending shockwaves through the community. The tragic incident occurred on her farm in the Costain area of Ore, leaving residents and neighboring communities in a state of anxiety.
According to local reports, the victim had been missing for several days after she ventured to her farm, only for her lifeless body to be discovered later on. The perpetrators had not only assaulted her sexually but also stripped her naked. This disturbing event is not an isolated case, as numerous women in the community have previously fallen victim to rape by these hoodlums, believed to be herdsmen. Consequently, women have become fearful of going to their farms alone, effectively impacting their livelihoods.
The motive behind targeting an elderly woman in such a horrific manner remains unclear. It is speculated that the attackers may have killed her to eliminate any possibility of identification. The community is now urgently calling upon security agencies and the state government, particularly Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, to intervene and address the escalating issue. Their plea is for the deployment of the state security outfit, Amotekun, to provide much-needed protection and restore peace to the community.
In a significant development, a suspect named Sunday, a palm wine tapper, has been apprehended in connection with the crime. He was found in possession of the victim's phone and subsequently led local youths to the location where the woman's body was discovered. The state police command confirmed the arrest and stated that the incident is being treated as a case of rape and murder. Following thorough interrogation, the suspect is expected to be paraded before being charged in court.
The heinous rape and murder of the elderly woman have left the community in deep sorrow and disbelief. Her untimely and gruesome death underscores the urgent need for improved security measures in the area. The community members hope that justice will be served, bringing closure to the victim's family and instilling a sense of safety and reassurance among residents.
Efforts must be made to prioritize the safety of citizens and address the rising cases of violence against women. It is essential for authorities to take swift action, strengthen security patrols, and ensure that perpetrators face the full force of the law. Only through these collective efforts can the community of Ore begin to heal and prevent similar tragedies from recurring in the future.
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