Following the viral video and news of an unidentified man alleged attempt to cart away Agemo statue and getting killed at itoro junction, Ijebu ode, on Saturday, Ogun State Police Command says the suspect, Jeremiah Nwoke is now in its custody and placed under mental evaluation.
A statement made available to journalists on Sunday by the Public Relations Officers of the State Command, CSP Omolola Odutola stated that the male adult, Jeremiah Nwoke who desecrated the revered Agemo Shrine, severed its crown is now in Police Custody with the recovered crown at Obalende Police Station.
She added that Prompt response by the police at the scene calmed tension and prevented potential violent escalation by traditional worshippers.
Odutola stated " the suspect is presently undergoing psychological evaluation, as initial observations suggest signs of mental instability.
"Ijebu Ode remains calm. Members of the public are assured of their safety as investigation into the incident continues".
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