Landlord’s son hacks tenant to death in fiery clash in Ondo

By Aderemi Bamgbose

A horrific and chilling act of violence unfolded in Irele, Ondo State, on May 5, 2025, when 41-year-old Odunayo Olomolatan, the son of a local landlord, allegedly hacked his 22-year-old tenant, Joy Tale, to death during a heated argument.

Sources reveal that the brutal altercation escalated quickly, resulting in the young woman’s untimely death in the small town of Ode-Irele, where residents are still reeling from the shocking incident.

Confirming the tragedy, DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, spokesperson for the Ondo State Police Command, stated that the suspect, Odunayo Olomolatan, was swiftly arrested and is currently in police custody at the Divisional Police Headquarters in Ode-Irele.

Authorities have launched an intensive investigation to uncover the precise motives behind the savage attack.

The gruesome killing has sent shockwaves throughout the community, prompting local leaders to urge residents to remain calm and avoid taking matters into their own hands.

Olajide Akinfe, Chairman of Irele Local Government, assured the public that measures are in place to ensure justice is served and that the suspect will not evade accountability.

As the investigation continues, the quiet town of Ode-Irele is left grappling with the unsettling reality of a violent act within its own walls. (NAN)