By Damilola Isaiah, Akure
Tension has gripped residents of Ondo State, following the alleged murder of a boy, Prince Ogo Omoge, by a scavenger leaving residents in shock and disbelief.
The tragic incident occurred along the Ayeka/Igodan-Igbokoda expressway, in the Okitipupa Local Government area of the state.
It was gathered that the deceased, who was also the grandson of the legendary music icon, late Comfort Omoge, was fatally attacked to death during a confrontation between him and a scavenger over an undisclosed matter.
Speaking on the condition of anonymity, a source revealed that the said altercation escalated into violence, resulting in the assailant using a dagger to slit the deceased throat.
According to the source, the argument escalated into a violent confrontation and the assailant brought out a dagger and cut the throat of the deceased.
He narrated “There was a minor disagreement between Prince Omoge and the scavenger. What started as a small issue quickly spiraled out of control.”
“He was brutally killed, and the attacker fled the scene immediately afterward. The victim was rushed to the hospital but was sadly pronounced dead by medical personnel”,aid.
Confirming the incident, the Police Public Relations Officer for the Ondo State Command, SP Ayanlade Olayinka, stated that a suspect has been arrested and is currently in police custody.
“Yes, I can confirm the incident occurred on April 17, 2025. One suspect has been arrested and is currently being held in custody,”Olayinka said.
