In-Drive Rider Apprehended Over Alleged Abduction Of Female Passenger

The Ogun State Police Command’s Onipanu Divisional Headquarters has apprehended a ride-share driver, Olayemi Yusuf (30), over the alleged abduction of a female passenger. The suspect, who was also attacked by an irate mob, is now in police custody as investigations begin.

Confirming the incident, the command’s spokesperson, CSP Omolola Odutola, stated:

‘’On 24 March 2025, at about 1500hrs, officers received information about a suspicious vehicle along Ilogbo Road, Ojuore, Ogun State. A swift police response led to the rescue of the victim, Coutroupis Peace ‘f’ (22 years old) of No. 17 Fisher Street, Cement Bus Stop, Lagos.

Preliminary investigation revealed the victim booked a ride through an online car service from Lekki, Lagos, to Off Freedom Way, Lekki. However, during the journey, the driver claimed his navigation system malfunctioned and deviated from the intended route. He subsequently overpowered the victim and restrained her hands with two plastic tyre clips.

On arrival at Omowo Filling Station along Ilogbo road, Ota, the victim raised alarm, drawing the attention of passersby, who intervened and attacked the suspect before police officers arrived at the scene.”

Odutola stated that both the victim and the suspect were brought to the police station, where the suspect received medical treatment for injuries inflicted by the mob.

She also relayed a message from the state Commissioner of Police, CP Lanre Ogunlowo, urging the public to refrain from taking the law into their own hands and to report any suspicious activities to law enforcement for proper investigation and legal action.