Hunter found dead in Ogun forest

In a tragic discovery, a hunter known only as Femi was found dead with multiple bullet wounds in a forest near Ijebu Igbo, Ogun State.

The incident has left the local community in shock and raised concerns about safety in the area.

Femi had set out for a hunting expedition with a companion, Taoreed, on Friday but did not return, leading his worried wife to report his absence to the village head.

A search party was quickly organized to comb through the forest, hoping to locate Femi. Sadly, their efforts led to the grim discovery of his lifeless body, which showed signs of multiple bullet wounds.

The Ogun State Police Public Relations Officer, Omolola Odutola, confirmed the incident, stating that investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding Femi’s death.

The tragic event has alarmed residents and intensified calls for a swift and thorough investigation by local authorities to uncover what happened during the hunting trip.

She said, “On 26/10/2024, one Grace James, a female from Ofemodoko village near Ijebu Igbo reported to the station that on 25/10/2024 at about 1700 hours, her husband, Femi, now deceased, went hunting with an individual known as Taoreed aka Kokoro, but failed to return to their village.

“About 0700 hours on 26/10/2024, his disappearance was brought to the attention of the village head who then organised a search with local hunters. During the search, the body of Femi was found in the forest showing bullet wounds on his back with his gun lying on the ground next to him.”

She added that efforts to locate Taoreed who had gone hunting with Femi proved abortive as he, his wife and his children were nowhere to be found in the village.

The PPRO noted that an investigation has commenced into the matter.

“Suspicion was raised when it was discovered that Taoreed, who had gone hunting with the deceased, had fled the village with his wife and children.

“The body was removed and taken to the State Hospital in Ijebu-Ode for autopsy. This case is currently under preliminary investigation,” Odutola said.