The incident occurred at about 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, sparking panic as residents reported the sudden appearance of the animal in the area.
The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed that one person was killed while another is missing after a wild elephant invaded Innayin Community.
The incident occurred at about 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, sparking panic as residents reported the sudden appearance of the animal in the area.
According to a statement by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka, operatives responded promptly to a distress call and worked with local vigilantes and hunters to control the situation.
“The Oyo State Police Command wishes to inform members of the public of an unfortunate incident that occurred on Thursday, 23rd April 2026, at about 1530HRS, involving the invasion of Innayin Community by a wild elephant,” the statement said.
“Upon receiving a distress call, police operatives, in collaboration with local vigilantes and hunters, swiftly mobilised to the scene. On arrival, the lifeless body of one Ibrahim Tijani ‘M’, aged 45 years, was discovered in a nearby bush with injuries consistent with an animal attack.”
The police added that the remains of the deceased have been taken to the General Hospital, Iwere-Ile, for examination and preservation.
They also confirmed that another resident, Alhaji Muhammadu Bingin, 50, is currently missing after reportedly encountering the same elephant.
“Intensive efforts are currently underway to locate him,” the statement added.
Additional police operatives, alongside local hunters and vigilantes, have been deployed to the area to prevent further attacks and ensure the safety of residents.
The command urged members of the community to remain calm, avoid the affected areas, and report any sighting of the animal to security authorities.
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