By Duchess Ifeoluwa
The Ondo State Police Command has arrested and arraigned a woman, identified as Olatunde Mary, for allegedly inflicting serious injuries on her husband during a domestic altercation in Akure, the state capital.
The Command said the suspect, a resident of Ilado II along Igbatoro Road, Akure, was prosecuted following investigations into a reported case of spousal battery and wounding.
According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Abayomi Jimoh, the incident was reported to the Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Unit at the Command Headquarters, Akure, on June 3, 2026.
The statement disclosed that detectives immediately commenced an investigation upon receiving the complaint.
Preliminary findings revealed that the incident occurred on June 2, 2026, at about 2:30 p.m. during a domestic disagreement between the suspect and her husband, identified as Olatunde Julius.
Police said the suspect allegedly assaulted her husband and used a cutlass to inflict a deep cut on his left hand, resulting in severe bodily injury.
The victim was reportedly rushed for medical treatment, where the extent of the injuries sustained was assessed and documented.
Investigators subsequently obtained statements from both parties and gathered relevant evidence as part of efforts to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The police stated that upon the conclusion of the investigation and after establishing a prima facie case, the suspect was arrested and arraigned before a competent court for prosecution in accordance with the law.
Commenting on the development, the Ondo State Commissioner of Police, CP Felix Ohagwu, reiterated the command’s commitment to tackling all forms of domestic violence and ensuring justice for victims regardless of gender, social status or relationship with the alleged offender.
He described domestic violence as a serious threat to the safety, dignity and well-being of individuals, stressing that perpetrators would be held accountable for their actions.
The statement further urged members of the public to promptly report cases of domestic violence, abuse and other gender-related offences to the nearest police station or the Gender-Based Violence Unit for immediate intervention and legal action.
The Commissioner of Police, reassured residents of the state’s commitment to upholding justice, protecting vulnerable persons and ensuring that reported cases are professionally investigated and diligently prosecuted.
