Relief has finally come to residents of a community in Osun State as a notorious kidnapper who has been terrorizing the area was arrested this morning.
The suspect, known for luring young children with goodies and subsequently using charms to hypnotize them, was nabbed after weeks of intense surveillance by local authorities.
According to witnesses, the kidnapper’s modus operandi involved approaching children with gifts or snacks, which would make them follow him unsuspectingly. Once in his grasp, he would use charms to hypnotize them before carrying out his criminal acts.
The community has been on edge for several months, with parents and guardians living in fear due to the increasing number of missing children in the area.
The suspect was apprehended in the early hours of today after a tip-off from a concerned resident who noticed suspicious activities in the neighborhood. Upon arrest, several items believed to be charms and other fetish objects were recovered from his hideout.
The community, which has been plagued by fear and insecurity, erupted in jubilation when the news of the arrest spread. Local authorities have assured the public that the suspect will face the full wrath of the law. They also commended the community members for their vigilance and cooperation during the investigation.
The suspect is currently in police custody, and investigations are ongoing to determine the extent of his operations and if there are any accomplices involved. The police have also urged parents to continue monitoring their children closely and report any suspicious activities.
