Ogun man stabbed to death over loan

• A source, who spoke in confidence with newsmen, disclosed that an altercation ensued between Remi and the trio and in the process, Remi was stabbed in the neck

In Ogun state, a man simply identified as Remi has been killed by some members of his community who are suspected to be working for a loan company.

The incident happened in the Ijeun Titun area of Abeokuta South Local Government Area of the State on in the early hours Saturday.

The deceased was reportedly stabbed to death by the suspects identified as Seyi, Ayeke and Bado, after an argument ensued between both parties.

A source, who spoke in confidence with newsmen, disclosed that an altercation ensued between Remi and the trio and in the process, Remi was stabbed in the neck.

Remi was said to have died after losing a lot of blood due to the the severity of the cut.

Meanwhile, upon seeing that Remi had passed away, Seyi and Ayeke were said to have fled the scene of the incident while Bado was apprehended by the community members and handed over to the police.

The source said, “Seyi is wanted by the people of Ijeun Titun Community in Abeokuta, Ogun state for conniving with two others to stab Remi, a guy who was harassed by loan company this morning over payment of the loan taken online.

“Seyi and Ayeke held Remi for one Bado to stab him in his neck which led to Remi’s death after the fatal injury and unstoppable bleeding. They both absconded immediately they killed Remi this morning.”

The state’s Police Public Relations Officer, Omolola Odutola, confirmed the incident , stressing that an investigation has commenced into the matter.

“A case of suspected murder was reported at one of the divisional police stations in Abeokuta. One Remilekun Omotayo was stabbed in the neck by one Owoyemi Idowu over a minor argument on a loan.

“Investigation has commenced into the matter to ensure justice is served. Anyone found guilty will be punished according to the law,” Odutola said