A suspected kidnapper who was arrested on charges of kidnapping by Ondo State Police has died eight days after he fell asleep. The suspect was taken into custody shortly after he and three others attempted kidnapping a shop owner.
He was asleep for days after taking Tramadol tablets shortly before the kidnapping operation in the town of Owo. Police say they recovered a 400mg tablet of Tramadol from the suspects pocket.
This according to the police could signal his addiction for the drug and the possibility that he took an overdose before the criminal operation.
Police Public Relations Officer for Ondo State Command, Femi Joseph confirmed the suspects death to the News Agency of Nigeria on Tuesday.
The suspect reportedly died at a hospital after doctors failed to revive him.
“The suspect died nine days after we arrested him; we thought he would be revived so that he could help us in our investigation. Unfortunately, he died yesterday (Monday).
“This could be connected with his suspected high intake of Tramadol.
“We are using this opportunity to further educate the public, especially parents, to monitor their wards and the kind of company they keep,’’ Joseph said.
Tramadol is a man-made synthetic narcotic pain reliever. It is usually prescribed to patients suffering from moderate to severe pain.
It has emerged that many young people in parts of Africa are getting addicted to Tramadol.
Some are abusing the drug, taking it in excess of approved clinical doses. They take the drug to engage in various activities including prolong sex as well.
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