Man found with human leg escapes mob attack, arrested in Oyo

A 20-year-old suspect, Garuba Aminu, was saved from being lynched by the mob and taken into custody by operatives of the Oyo State Police Command after a suspected human leg was found in his possession.

It was gathered that the suspect, who disguised as a scavenger at the commercial Oroki area of Oyo, was arrested at about 8 a.m. on Friday, February 20, 2026.

The spokesperson of the command, DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, who confirmed the incident said vigilant members of the community had noticed the strange movements and conduct of the suspect.

“Acting promptly and responsibly, concerned residents subjected him to a search, during which a cut lower right leg suspected to be a human part was discovered inside a large sack containing waste plastic bottles in his possession,” the PPRO said.

“Upon receipt of the report, a police joint patrol team, in collaboration with other security partners, swiftly rushed to the scene where an angry mob had gathered with the intent to lynch the suspect.

“The team professionally dispersed the mob and rescued him from imminent harm, while the suspected human part was recovered as an exhibit and secured for forensic and investigative purposes.

“The suspect has since been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for discreet and thorough investigation to unravel the circumstances surrounding the incident.”

The Command, which appreciated the Inspector-General of Police, Dr Kayode Egbetokun, for strengthening proactive policing and community partnership across the country, also commended the vigilant members of the public whose alertness and timely action led to the detection and arrest of the suspect.

This, it said, underscores the importance of community participation in crime prevention and control.

The Command enjoined residents to remain vigilant and security conscious at all times and promptly report suspicious persons or activities to the nearest police formation.

It, however, cautioned them against taking laws into their own hands or engaging in mob action, as such acts are unlawful and capable of obstructing justice.

The Command reiterated its commitment to safeguarding lives and property, assuring the public of further updates as the investigation progresses.