The Ondo State Police Command on Tuesday, said about 32 persons have been arrested in connection with the communal clash in Iwaro-Oka in Akoko South West local government area of the state which involved three communities.
The State Commissioner of Police, Wilfred Afolabi, disclosed this during a visit to the affected communities, Owaki, Ebo and Oka – Odo where two persons were killed and properties destroyed
Afolabi commended the security operatives in the area for their prompt action and intervention in restoring peace in the communities.
The Police boss assured that those arrested in connection with the clash would be made to face the full wrath of the law
He said “32 suspects have been arrested in connection with the communal clash that occurred in Akoko area on Sunday.
“All the suspects are in our custody and the investigation is ongoing to unravel the causes of the clash.”
It will be recalled that youths from Oka Odo, Ebo and Owake communities in Iwaro clashed over a land boundary dispute, killing two people and properties.
A source said “The clash started when youths from Oka Odo went on a hunting expedition and were allegedly attacked by youths from Ebo.
“The Ebo youths were said to have mistaken them for individuals from Owake, with whom they have an unresolved land dispute.
“In retaliation, Oka Odo youths mobilised and invaded the Ebo community, leading to incidents of arson.
“The conflict led to casualties on both sides leading to the death of two persons (names and identities unknown), while the injured, are currently receiving treatment in the hospital.”
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