Police Arrest Ondo Man Over Suspected Ritual items -

The Ondo State Police Command has arrested a 29-year-old man, Awomehinde Tope, in connection with a theft case that led to the discovery of items suspected to be human bones in Ile-Oluji area of the state.

According to the Police Public Relations Officer, Abayomi Jimoh, the suspect was apprehended on April 11, 2026, following a complaint filed by his father, Awomehinde Kehinde, who accused him of stealing several valuables.

Items reportedly stolen include three Boxer Bajaj motorcycles, nine goats, quantities of palm oil, four Android phones, two gas cylinders, gold items, and rugs.

Police investigations revealed that one of the stolen rugs had been sold, prompting further inquiry and a search of the suspect’s residence.

During the operation, officers recovered items believed to be of ritualistic significance.

Recovered exhibits include a piece of bone suspected to be human skeletal remains, two native sponges, fetish charms, black soap, and an expended AK-47 ammunition shell. Authorities confirmed that the bone will undergo forensic examination to determine its origin.

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Further investigation led to the arrest of two additional suspects, identified as John Vincent, 22, and Olakintan Oladele, 29, who were found at a location linked to the case. The suspects reportedly failed to provide satisfactory explanations regarding the recovered items.

All three suspects are currently in police custody and are said to be cooperating with investigators.

The Commissioner of Police has ordered a comprehensive investigation to determine the origin and intended use of the suspected human remains, as well as to uncover any wider criminal network connected to the case.

The police command reassured residents of Ile-Oluji and surrounding communities of its commitment to ensuring safety and bringing offenders to justice. Members of the public were also urged to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to security agencies.

This development comes amid recent cases involving the recovery of suspected human body parts in different parts of the country, raising fresh concerns about ritual-related crimes.