A woman, identified as Sarah Ayinde, allegedly set her husband, Abidemi Ayinde, a special constable with the Ogun State Police Command, ablaze in Iperu community in Ogun State.
The incident occurred on December 12, following a minor disagreement between them. According to a source, the dispute escalated, leading the wife to allegedly set her husband, a police officer, on fire in an act of retaliation.
The source said, “There was an incident in Iperu where a police constable was set on fire by his wife following an argument. The victim is currently receiving treatment at the hospital.”
The state police command spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, confirmed the incident in a telephone conversation, stating that the victim was hospitalized and efforts were ongoing to apprehend the suspect.
“On December 12, 2024, around 10:00 a.m., an attempted murder was reported in Iperu. At No. 20 Igboore Street, Abidemi Ayinde, a male special constable, was set ablaze by his wife, Sarah Ayinde, after a minor disagreement.
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“The victim was rushed to Bolawatife Hospital for treatment and is now in stable condition. Meanwhile, the suspect, Sarah Ayinde, is currently at large, and a manhunt is underway. The division’s crime branch is investigating the case further,” Odutola added.
The incident has raised concerns about domestic violence and the safety of individuals in relationships. The police are urging anyone with information about the suspect’s whereabouts to come forward and assist in the investigation.
The case is currently being investigated, and the suspect is being sought by the authorities.
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