Osun police arrest man for alleged rape of a minor

The Osun State Police Command has arrested 45-year-old Adeyemo Mukaila for the alleged rape of a minor in Ikire, Irewole Local Government Area. According to police spokesperson Abiodun Ojelabi, the suspect was a frequent visitor to the victim’s home and a friend of her grandmother.

The alleged assaults occurred on two occasions: once in September and again on October 2. During the second incident, the suspect reportedly lured the victim to his workshop in the Ilupeju area of Ikire. After the encounter, the suspect attempted to flee into a nearby bush but was intercepted and apprehended by commuters who handed him over to the police.

Authorities have urged parents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to the nearest police station.