Date: 7th October, 2025
PRESS RELEASE
Feared Hoodlum “Officer Koi” Finally Nabbed in Idanre After Violent Rampage — Ondo Police Recover Weapons
The Ondo State Police Command wishes to inform the general public that operatives attached to Idanre Division have arrested two armed suspects involved in a violent attack that left three persons injured in Idanre town. The swift operation followed credible intelligence received in the early hours of October 6, 2025, at about 0725hrs.
Investigation revealed that one Abimbo Rotimi, male, aged 35 years, popularly known as “Officer Koi”—a notorious drug peddler, armed robber, cultist, and recidivist known for violent crimes who has long terrorized Idanre and its environs—and his accomplice, Joseph Innocent, male, aged 28 years, both residents of Ehinpeti Street, behind White House, Idanre, invaded an Indomie shop owned by one Henry (surname yet unknown) and a house belonging to Abimbola Sunday along the same street. Armed with a locally made pistol, knife, and other dangerous weapons, they attacked the occupants, inflicting various injuries: Henry was stabbed on the fingers, Abimbola Sunday sustained a bite injury on her lower lip, while Akinduko Akinbobola, a commercial motorcyclist, was stabbed on the head.
Upon receiving the distress call, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), Idanre Division, swiftly led a team of surveillance operatives to the scene. Although the suspects had fled before their arrival, a prompt intelligence-driven manhunt led to their arrest and the recovery of one locally made pistol, one kitchen knife, two pairs of scissors, and one axe. The victims were immediately taken to the hospital for treatment, while the suspects remain in custody, assisting investigators with useful information.
The case has since been duly transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for discreet and comprehensive investigation.
The Commissioner of Police, Ondo State Command, CP Adebowale Lawal, commended the professionalism and swift response of the Idanre Divisional Police team, describing their action as a reflection of the operational excellence inspired by the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM. He noted that the success aligns with the IGP’s Renewed Hope Policing Agenda, which emphasizes intelligence-led operations, community partnership, and proactive crime prevention across the country.
The Commissioner reaffirmed the Command’s unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property, urging members of the public to remain vigilant and continue to provide credible information to the Police to enhance security across the state.
E- Signed
DSP AYANLADE OLAYINKA OLUSHOLA
Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO)
Ondo State Police Command
For: – Commissioner of Police, Ondo State
Date: 7th October, 2025
PRESS RELEASE
Police Recover Stolen Toyota Highlander, Arrest Two Prime Suspects in Kajola
The Ondo State Police Command wishes to inform the general public that operatives attached to Kajola Division have successfully recovered a stolen Toyota Highlander Jeep and arrested two prime suspects involved in the theft. This remarkable breakthrough underscores the Command’s sustained commitment to prompt response and diligent investigation in curbing criminal activities across the state, in line with the operational directives and proactive policing vision of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM.
The incident occurred on 4th October, 2025, at about 1800hrs, when one Olaolu Benson, male, of Lege via Kajola, was allegedly deceived by two individuals identified as Oluwajobi Ezekiel and Patrick Francis, both males and residents of the same community. The suspects, who were known to the complainant, approached him under the guise that one of the tyres of his Toyota Highlander Jeep, 2012 model with registration number KSF 433 JR, was deflated, and requested permission to take the vehicle to gauge the tyre.
Trusting them as familiar faces within the neighborhood, the unsuspecting victim released the car to the duo, unaware that they harboured criminal intentions. Rather than returning as promised, the suspects diverted the vehicle, proceeded to a nearby filling station where they purchased sufficient fuel, and then attempted to drive the car to Ondo town with the intent to sell it off.
Their deceitful conduct immediately raised suspicion, prompting swift intelligence coordination by the Kajola Police Division.
Acting promptly on credible information, operatives from the Division launched a discreet manhunt, which culminated in the interception and arrest of both suspects before they could dispose of the stolen vehicle. The Toyota Highlander was subsequently recovered in good condition, and the suspects were taken into custody for questioning.
Following their arrest, preliminary investigation commenced immediately, revealing the calculated nature of their plan. In line with standard investigative procedure, the case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for in-depth and professional investigation to ensure that all accomplices and possible buyers in the criminal chain are identified and brought to justice.
In reacting to the development, the Commissioner of Police, Ondo State Command, CP Adebowale Lawal, commended the proactive efforts and swift response of the Kajola Divisional Police team, describing the operation as a clear demonstration of the Command’s adherence to the vision of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, whose leadership philosophy emphasizes intelligence-led policing, community partnership, and professional excellence in the discharge of policing duties across the nation.
The Commissioner further assured residents that the Command remains resolute in ensuring that offenders face the full weight of the law, while also urging members of the public to remain vigilant and exercise caution when entrusting their vehicles or valuables to others, irrespective of familiarity
E- Signed
DSP AYANLADE OLAYINKA OLUSHOLA
Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO)
Ondo State Police Command
For: – Commissioner of Police, Ondo State
