A man narrowly escaped lynching in Akure, Ondo State, after he was accused of snatching a motorcycle from a woman near Adu Memorial Secondary School in the Oke Aro area.
The dramatic incident occurred around 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 19, 2025, when the alleged victim raised an alarm, prompting youths and residents in the vicinity to chase the suspect.
Eyewitnesses said the man fled on foot after abandoning the motorcycle but was eventually caught in Gaga, a neighboring community. The crowd, incensed by the rising cases of theft in the area, nearly turned violent.
However, some community members intervened to prevent a potential lynching and quickly handed the suspect over to the B Division Police Station in Oke Aro. Police authorities have confirmed that the man is now in custody and will face further interrogation.
The attempted mob justice has reignited public concern over the rising wave of thefts, especially incidents involving motorcycles and generators, in the Akure metropolis.
Local residents expressed frustration, citing inadequate policing and slow response times. “We’re tired. Every day something is missing—either bikes, phones, or generators,” one resident told reporters.
Community leaders are urging the police to intensify patrols and ensure that suspects are swiftly prosecuted to restore public confidence and discourage vigilante-style justice.
The police have assured the public of an ongoing investigation into the incident and vowed to bring any accomplices to book.
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