The Ondo State Police Command has arrested a 38-year-old man, Nsikak Kingsley, for allegedly killing his father, Adone Peter, in Akure, the state capital.
The command’s spokesperson, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, disclosed this via a statement issued on Thursday, June 4, 2026.
Jimoh revealed that the incident occurred in Oda Community, Akure South Local Government Area of the state.
Jimoh stated that preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect allegedly engaged his 65-year-old father in a violent altercation which escalated into a physical assault on May 28.
He said: “During the confrontation, the deceased sustained severe injuries, particularly on the head. He was immediately rushed to a medical facility for urgent medical attention.
“Sadly, despite efforts by medical personnel, the attending doctor confirmed him dead while receiving treatment.
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“Following a formal complaint lodged at the police station by Daniel Moses, a son of the deceased and brother to the suspect, detectives promptly commenced investigation into the matter.
“Acting swiftly on the report, police operatives apprehended the suspect and took him into custody for questioning.”
Jimoh said the remains of the deceased had been deposited at the mortuary for preservation and autopsy, while the case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for an investigation.
The police spokesman added that the suspect will be charged to court upon the conclusion of the investigation.