Thieves Set House On Fire After Operation In Kwara
A three-man gang of thieves has set a house on fire after allegedly stealing foodstuffs, groceries and clothing in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital.
The incident happened around midnight yesterday at No. 59, Afenifere Community, Onireke, Gaa-Akanbi area of the metropolis.
Spokesperson of the state Fire Service Hassan Adekunle confirmed the incident, said: “Upon arriving at the scene, the fire officers found a three-bedroom bungalow engulfed in flames. Despite their efforts, two rooms were ravaged, with items such as a mattress, valuable documents, a plasma TV, and clothing destroyed.
“Investigations indicated that the fire was an act of arson committed by a gang of thieves who had stolen foodstuffs, groceries, and clothing.
After being discovered by residents and community members, the gang set the house on fire in a desperate attempt to escape.”
It was gathered that community members apprehended 18-year-old Olawumi Ayomide, a member of the gang.
“During his capture, Ayomide stabbed a man twice before being handed over to the community Chairman, Mr. Azeez Jamiu, and subsequently turned over to the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Tanke Division,” he added.
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