A tragic armed robbery incident unfolded this evening at Orange Valley Estate, resulting in the death of a security guard.
The incident occurred around 6:30 PM when a group of armed assailants stormed the estate, aiming to rob the residents. The security guard stationed at the gate bravely attempted to prevent their entry but was tragically shot dead in the process.
Eyewitnesses reported hearing gunshots and described the scene as chaotic, with residents scrambling for safety. The armed robbers, whose number remains uncertain, managed to breach the estate’s security and made away with valuables from several homes before escaping.
Local authorities were promptly alerted, and a team of police officers arrived at the scene to commence an investigation. The body of the security guard has been taken to the morgue, and efforts are underway to apprehend the culprits.
Residents of Orange Valley Estate are in a state of shock and mourning, calling for increased security measures to prevent such incidents in the future.
The Osun State Police Command has assured the public that they are doing everything possible to bring the perpetrators to justice and restore peace in the community.
