A 35-year-old motorcyclist, Sanni Salisu, has died after reportedly suffering a seizure during a police stop-and-search operation in Moniya, Ibadan, triggering unrest in the area.

Incident during police operation

The Oyo State Police Command said the incident occurred in the Moniya axis, involving officers attached to the Kara Police Outpost.

According to the command’s spokesperson, DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, the officers were allegedly carrying out an unauthorised stop-and-search when they intercepted the victim.

During the interaction, Salisu reportedly developed what appeared to be an epileptic seizure and became unresponsive.

Emergency response and death confirmation

Police said the officers quickly transported him to Modupe Hospital in Akinyele in an attempt to save his life.

However, he was confirmed dead by medical personnel on arrival.

The body has since been deposited at Adeoyo State Hospital Mortuary for autopsy to determine the exact cause of death.

Violence erupts in community

The incident sparked tension in the area, with some residents reportedly acting on unverified information.

Angry individuals attacked the Kara Police Outpost, setting parts of the facility ablaze.

Police confirmed that three motorcycles and a Mazda patrol vehicle were destroyed during the unrest, while one officer sustained severe burns.

Police take action

The command said reinforcements were deployed to restore order, and the officers involved in the operation have been taken into custody.

Authorities added that further investigation is ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.