The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed the death of another hunter killed by a wild elephant at Innayin community area of Oyo state.
The Command in a message on Friday by its Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, said the second vigilante and hunter attacked by the wild elephant had been found dead.
On Thursday, the Command confirmed the killing of a 45-year-old man by the elephant in Innayin village, while declaring another 50-year-old missing, after an encounter with the wild animal.
The PPRO the situation had been “closely managed,” and all necessary measures taken to prevent further harm.
He warned residents to avoid the affected area and report any stray animal to security agencies promptly.
The statement read in part, “The Oyo State Police Command wishes to inform members of the public of an unfortunate incident that occurred on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at about 1530 HRS, involving the invasion of Innayin Community by a wild elephant.
“Upon receiving a distress call, police operatives, in collaboration with local vigilantes and hunters, swiftly mobilised to the scene.
“On arrival, the lifeless body of one Ibrahim Tijani ‘M’, aged 45 years, was discovered in a nearby bush with injuries consistent with an animal attack. His remains have been evacuated to the General Hospital, Iwere-Ile, for necessary medical examination and preservation.
“During ongoing search operations, another individual, identified as Alhaji Muhammadu Bingin ‘M’, aged 50 years, was reported missing after an encounter with the same animal.”