Title: The Incredible Story of Security Guard Scam Gone Wrong
In a case that is both surprising and shocking, a 35-year-old security guard, Akpooh Edet, working at Estate Rubber in Ose River area of Ovia South West Local Government Area of Edo State, had his evil scheme backfired. He was arrested after orchestrating his own disappearance and demanding a ransom of N50 million from his employer.
Edet’s evil plan came to light when he was apprehended by operatives of the Ondo Amotekun Corps in Igbotako, Okitipupa Local Government Area of Ondo State. The arrest was made possible by the collaboration between the Department of State Services (DSS) in Edo and the Amotekun forces. The management of Rubber Estate reported the guard missing, after which the DSS was alerted and took action to find Edet.
Investigation revealed that Edet had initially demanded a ransom of N50 million from his employer, which was later reduced to N35 million before finally settling at N15 million. Oluwole Adesonlu, the Chief Security Manager at Rubber Estate, said Edet had been with the company for about 10 years. Adesonlu noted that as soon as Edet went missing, the company actively initiated the search and alerted the DSS.
The case has exposed a series of shenanigans and deceptions, which has plunged Edet’s entourage into an abyss of fear and uncertainty. The outcome of this story has exposed the flaws of an attempted fraud that quickly turned into a disaster for the instigator.
It is crucial to highlight the attention paid to coordination between security authorities to dismantle this scam. The speed of intervention and efficiency of the police forces made it possible to put an end to this deception in a swift and efficient manner.
In conclusion, the story of Akpooh Edet vividly illustrates the risks and unintended consequences of criminal acts. It also highlights the importance of close collaboration between security institutions to prevent and resolve such incidents. The outcome of this case is a reminder that the truth always comes out, even in the darkest and most complex situations.