The Oyo State Police Command has rescued a US-based medical doctor, Dr Afolabi, from being lynched by a mob in Ibadan over a false kidnapping allegation. The incident occurred on Monday when his Lexus RX 330 SUV was set ablaze after bystanders spotted two young girls in his vehicle. Police investigation revealed the girls, aged 12 and 15, were legally taken from a woman in Eleyele to assist with household chores at the doctor's mother's home. The doctor is responding to treatment after sustaining severe injuries.Key Points:
- The doctor's SUV was destroyed, and he was nearly killed over a misunderstanding at a security checkpoint.
- The girls could not speak the local language or express themselves in English, which fuelled suspicion.
- False social media reports amplified the mob's rage before police could verify the facts.
- Jungle justice remains a recurring danger in Nigeria despite repeated police warnings.
- The incident highlights how quickly unverified claims can escalate into deadly violence.
Sources: Premium Times, Oyo State Police Command
