Four people- two “pastors”, a “prophet” and an herbalist– were arrested yesterday when the Special Anti Robbery Squad (SARS) Unit stormed their hideout in Ita Marun, Ijebu Ode, Ogun State.
During the raid, a kidnap suspect died and some others escaped with injuries.
A male victim was rescued by the police.
The suspects are Ganiyu Olaiya (herbalist), Segun Makanjuola (prophet), Bisi Akinleye and Banjo Adekunle (pastors).
One gun, empty/live cartridges and a vehicle were recovered.
Police spokesman Olumuyiwa Adejobi said there was increased kidnappings in Ijebu, prompting the Commissioner of Police, Valentine Ntomchukwu, to devise measures to curtail it.
A 70-year-old woman, Mrs. Monilola Lateef, was arrested for helping her son obtain treatment for gunshot injuries at a local traditional clinic.
Modinu Lateef (35), the suspected ring leader of many robberies in Abeokuta and its environs, was injured during a robbery.
Also arrested were Okunkenu Wale (30) and Fatai Osho (28).