The Ondo State Police Command has arrested a suspect, 26-year-old Gabriel Pius who allegedly stabbed a 22-year-old friend, Abu Simon, to death during a domestic dispute in Idanre local government Area of the state.
The incident was reported to the police by a family acquaintance, leading to the swift arrest of the suspect by the police detectives from the Idanre Division.
The new Commissioner of Police, Ondo State Command, Mr Adebowale Lawal disclosed this to newsmen at the Command Headquarters in Akure, while providing updates on various crimes that occurred in the state in the few weeks.
The Commissioner confirmed that the suspect had been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (CID) for further discreet investigation and will be charged to court upon completion of the probe.
According to the CP, “We are deeply saddened by the loss of life resulting from this domestic altercation. Our detectives have moved swiftly to ensure justice will be served,” he said.
He said, “On 27th June 2025, at about 2000hrs, Gabriel Michael ‘m’ reported the fatal stabbing of one Abu Simon ‘m’ (22) who is now deceased, by his younger brother, Gabriel Pius ‘m’ (26), following a domestic altercation.
“Detectives from the Idanre Division promptly arrested the suspect, and the case has been transferred to the State CID for discreet investigation and prosecution.
The Police Commissioner also gave an update on recovery of stolen livestock belonging to one Prince Fasua Peter Oyeleye who had reported that his employee, Ali Garuba Muhammed, absconded with 55 cattle and 8 sheep/rams valued at ₦41 million.
“Thanks to the swift action of our Anti-Kidnapping Section, 22 of the stolen cattle were recovered within 48 hours,” Lawal stated.
He added that the primary suspect remains at large, but the police are intensifying efforts to recover the remaining animals and bring all responsible persons to justice.
