Ogun state police command cries out over rising missing persons cases

The Ogun State Police Command has raised alarm over a significant increase in reports of missing persons which cut across all age groups, lamenting that that only a tiny fraction of the individuals had been found, with many regrettably not returning home.

Penpushing reports that the Command Public Relations Officer Omolola Odutola made this known in a statement, explaining the command had noticed an unprecedented rise in the number of missing persons across all age groups.

The Chief Superintendent of Police, however, in the statement urged residents to remain vigilant and more security-conscious while prioritising their safety, adding that, as a proactive and community-oriented force, the command was committed to raising public awareness about this concerning trend.

‘We encourage everyone to prioritise their safety by maintaining a heightened sense of security to avoid becoming victims. The Commissioner of Police, Lanre Ogunlowo, has outlined essential measures and guidelines to keep residents informed about the most pressing issues’, she said.

“Based on insights from individuals who were rescued, the Commissioner advises parents not to allow their children to use commercial transportation services with strangers. Additionally, he encourages restless youth to activate the digital communication and sharing features on their mobile devices, especially when travelling or in moments of distress’, Odutola wrote.

Penpushing further reports that the police spokesperson emphasised that the public could contact the police control room at 09164859299 and the Police Public Relations Department at 09159578888 for assistance.

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