Armed robbers wage brutal attack, rape passenger in Osun

September 06, 2024

By Samuel Ogunsona

Armed robbers attacked a passenger bus and a private car near Osu in Atakumosa Local Government Area on Thursday morning.

The bus driver was shot, and a passenger was raped during the brutal assault.

According to the acting police spokesperson, Emmanuel Giwa-Alade, the two vehicles were traveling from Lagos when they were ambushed by the robbers.

The Osun State Police Command has confirmed the incident and is currently investigating the matter. The attack has left the community shaken, and authorities are working to ensure the perpetrators are brought to justice.

“We were between Ile-Ife and Osu when the robbers stopped us. They were eight in number and armed,” he said.

“Our nus’ driver was shot and injured. One of the passengers in the car, a woman, was raped. They collected all our money and ATM cards and made us transfer various amounts into their account.

“Some of the passengers escaped into the bush and alerted security men. Not long after, policemen, vigilantes, and members of the Nigeria Hunters and Forest Security Service arrived and began to comb the area.

“They arrested one of the robbers, and the driver of our bus was rushed to a hospital in Ile-Ife.”

The acting police spokesperson in Osun State, Emmanuel Giwa-Alade, confirmed the incident.

“One person was arrested, and the investigation is ongoing,” he said.