The tenant was allegedly hacked to death after an argument spiraled out of control.
By Kehinde Okeowo
An altercation between a 22-year-old lady, Joy Tale and her landlord’s son, Odunayo Olomolatan, 41, in Ode-Irele, Irele Local Government Area of Ondo State has reportedly claimed her life.
According to NAN, the tenant was hacked to death on Monday after an argument spiraled out of control.
The incident was confirmed by the spokesman of the Ondo State Police Command, DSP Olayinka Ayanlade.
He said that the suspect has been arrested and in the custody of the Divisional Police Headquarters, Ode-Irele.
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The police spokesman added that an investigation has begun to unravel the circumstances surrounding the death of the lady.
“Yes, I can confirm to you that the lady was allegedly hacked to death during an argument between her and her landlord’s son.
“The suspect has been arrested and investigation is ongoing to unravel circumstances surrounding the lady’s death,” Ayanlade said.
Also speaking on the incident, the Chairman of the local government, Olajide Akinfe, urged residents not to take laws into their hands when aggrieved.
