By Mojisola Oladele
The Osun State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of an 18-year-old suspect in connection with the death of a youth in the Idoka community of Ibokun Town, following an incident linked to alleged drug abuse and a violent confrontation.
In a statement by Commissioner of Police Mr. Ibrahim Gotan and issued by Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, Mr. Abiodun Ojelaji, the suspect is identified as Isaac Lucky and he was taken into custody after residents reported repeated disturbances and criminal activities attributed to him within Idoka and neighbouring areas of the state.
According to Mr. Gotan, complaints from community members indicated that the teenager was frequently involved in unlawful acts allegedly influenced by the regular use of illicit substances, including kolos, loud, and tramadol.
He explained that the fatal incident occurred on December 19, 2025, after the suspect was accused of committing another offence in the community, prompting local youths—including the deceased—to pursue him.
The commissioner stated: “Following a thorough investigation, the suspect was charged to court and subsequently remanded at a correctional centre.”
He reiterated the command’s commitment to maintaining public safety across the state and urged residents to continue reporting suspicious activities to security agencies.
Edited by Titilayo Kupoliyi
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