The Ondo police command has arrested 21-year-old Alabi Anthony, for allegedly raping and strangling Olaseni Veronica to death in Iboropa, in the Akoko area of the state.
Jimoh Abayomi, public relations officer of the command, said the arrest followed an intelligence-led investigation. He said detectives were able to track the victim’s missing phone.
“The suspect has confessed to the crime, admitting to having carnal knowledge of the victim and thereafter strangling her to death,” the statement reads.
“The Command condemns this heinous and inhumane act and assures the public that justice will be diligently pursued. The case has been transferred to Headquarters, Akure for further discreet investigation and prosecution.
“The Commissioner of Police urges members of the public to promptly report suspicious incidents and avoid hasty conclusions in cases of sudden or unnatural deaths, as timely reporting greatly aids effective investigation.”
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