Police Arrest Officer Who Shot, Killed 14-Year-Old Boy in Ibadan

Wednesday May 21, 2025|

The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of one of its officers who accidentally shot and killed a 14-year-old student, Kehinde Alade, during a traffic enforcement operation in Ibadan on Tuesday.

In an official statement released by the Command’s spokesperson, CSP Adewale Osifeso, the officer who fired the fatal shot is now in custody along with other members of his team.

The statement noted that the incident occurred around 7:45 a.m. during a joint operation with the Oyo State Traffic Management Authority (OYTMA).

According to police reports, the team attempted to stop a black Honda Accord, driven by the victim’s father, Odunayo Alade, for allegedly driving against traffic.

Rather than complying, the driver was said to have sped off, colliding with two OYTMA vehicles and a police patrol truck in the process.

Police say officers suspected possible criminal activity or an abduction, prompting a chase. In an attempt to immobilise the fleeing vehicle, a police corporal fired at its tyres. Tragically, the bullet missed and struck young Kehinde, who was seated in the back seat of the car. He was rushed to the University College Hospital (UCH), where he was confirmed dead on arrival.

“The Commissioner of Police, CP Johnson Adenola, has directed the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) to lead a thorough investigation into the incident,” Osifeso stated.

He added that the arrested officer is cooperating with the ongoing investigation and assured the public that the process will be transparent, with the findings to be made public.

The command also expressed deep regret over the loss of life and extended its condolences to the family of the deceased.

Kehinde’s body has been deposited at the Adeoyo State Hospital mortuary for autopsy and preservation.

The incident has sparked widespread reactions from the public, with many calling for justice and greater accountability in law enforcement operations.