The Oyo State Police Command has arrested two suspects for allegedly exhuming human corpses from graves and selling body parts to suspected ritualists. The shocking incident, which has sent waves of fear across the state, was uncovered following a tip-off from concerned residents.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Naija247news gathered that the suspects were apprehended in a cemetery in the Saki area of the state while attempting to retrieve body parts from a freshly buried grave. It was further learned that the duo had been engaging in the illicit trade for some time, allegedly supplying body parts to individuals involved in ritual practices.
According to Naija247news, the police launched an investigation after reports surfaced about frequent disturbances at the cemetery. Residents had complained of strange activities, prompting security operatives to intensify surveillance in the area. The breakthrough came when officers caught the suspects red-handed while they were in the process of desecrating a grave.
Naija247news reports that the suspects have confessed to their involvement in the act, revealing that they were working for a syndicate that specializes in supplying human body parts to ritualists. During interrogation, they disclosed that each body part had a price, depending on the demands of their clients.
Naija247news understands that the arrest has caused an uproar in the community, with residents calling for thorough investigations and stricter security measures at burial sites. Many have expressed fears that their deceased loved ones might have fallen victim to similar crimes.
Meanwhile, the Oyo State Police Command has assured the public that a full-scale investigation is underway to uncover other members of the syndicate and bring them to justice. The suspects are expected to be charged in court upon the completion of the investigation.
Authorities have urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities around cemeteries or other locations where similar acts might be taking place. Security agencies are also working closely with local leaders to ensure that such disturbing incidents do not recur.
As the investigation continues, the incident has once again brought to the forefront the disturbing trend of ritual killings and the illegal trade in human body parts in parts of Nigeria. The authorities are now under pressure to dismantle the networks facilitating such crimes and ensure that justice is served.
