Missing Senior Officer and Her Daughter Prompt Police Appeal
Police in Ogun State have launched an urgent search for a senior officer from the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and her teenage daughter, who have gone missing under mysterious circumstances. The officer, Funmilayo Oluwamayokun, and her daughter, Sewa Lasisi, were last seen leaving their home on Sunday, November 2, and have not been heard from since.
According to a statement released by the state Police Public Relations Officer, Omolola Odutola, the mother and daughter left their residence at Obasanjo Hilltop Estate in Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, and have not returned. The statement emphasized that all attempts to contact them via mobile phone have failed, raising concerns about their safety.
Funmilayo Oluwamayokun, a Superintendent Route Commander with the FRSC, is a senior operational officer responsible for overseeing several key routes and coordinating enforcement operations in the state. Her disappearance has caused significant concern among colleagues and family members, who are now urgently seeking information to locate her and her daughter.
The report of the missing individuals was submitted at the Kemta Divisional Police Headquarters on Tuesday, November 5, by an FRSC officer based in Abeokuta, along with the victims’ family members. The police command has since issued a public appeal for assistance in locating the two missing persons.
Details About the Disappearance
- Funmilayo Oluwamayokunis a 38-year-old female officer with the FRSC’s Abeokuta Unit.
- Sewa Lasisi, her daughter, is a teenager whose age has not been disclosed publicly.
- Both individuals were last seen on Sunday, November 2, when they left their home in Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta.
- Since then, there has been no communication from either of them, leading to fears for their safety.
The Ogun State Police Command has ordered a full investigation into the case to determine the circumstances surrounding their disappearance and to ensure their safe return. The police have also urged anyone with relevant information to come forward and report to the nearest police station.
Police Appeal for Public Assistance
The police have assured the public that all information provided will be treated with strict confidentiality. They have emphasized the importance of community cooperation in locating the missing individuals and have called on anyone with knowledge of their whereabouts to step forward.
The Commissioner of Police has personally directed the investigation, underscoring the seriousness of the case. Authorities are working closely with family members and colleagues to gather any potential leads that could help trace the missing officer and her daughter.
Ongoing Search Efforts
As the search continues, local authorities are conducting interviews with neighbors, reviewing surveillance footage, and checking possible locations where the pair might have gone. The police have also increased patrols in the area where the family resides, hoping to uncover any clues that could lead to their safe return.
The case has sparked widespread concern within the community and among law enforcement agencies. The FRSC has also expressed its support for the ongoing efforts and has pledged to assist in any way possible.
With the situation still unresolved, the public remains on high alert, hoping for news that the missing officer and her daughter will soon be found safe and sound.