Ayoade Idowu, a 37‑year‑old motorist from Gbogi Street in Akure, was arrested by the [Ondo State Police Command](https://www.ondostate.gov.ng) on Friday after being accused of running over and killing a Vehicle Inspection Office (VIO) officer during a routine traffic check on Hospital Road, opposite Mega Primary School, at about 9:30 a.m.
**What are the key details?**
- The driver was operating a white Mitsubishi van bearing the registration AGL 992 XX.
- The victim, 35‑year‑old Sesan Adediji, was on patrol with his team when he signalled the vehicle for inspection, as reported by the VIO.
- According to Police Public Relations Officer Abayomi Jimoh, Idowu initially halted but fled when asked to present documents, striking the officer and causing fatal head injuries.
- The injured officer was rushed to the Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA) Teaching Hospital, where doctors confirmed his death.
- Idowu remains in police detention while investigators gather evidence; the case file will be forwarded to the Motor Traffic Division for further inquiry.
**How did authorities respond?**
Jimoh stated, “The victim sustained serious head injuries and was immediately rushed to the FUTA Teaching Hospital, where he was subsequently confirmed dead by the doctor on duty.” He added that the officer’s body has been placed in the hospital mortuary for preservation and autopsy, and that police operatives have already secured the scene and begun forensic examinations.
The investigation is ongoing, and officials indicated that additional details will be released once the Motor Traffic Division completes its review.