Teenager Drowns in Ogun Quarry Pool as Friends Flee Scene
A 19-year-old boy, Oluwaferanmi Olasupo, tragically drowned in an abandoned quarry pool near Eseke Village in Odeda Local Government Area of Ogun State on Friday, February 21, 2025.
The incident occurred when Olasupo and his friends went swimming in the deep waters of the abandoned site. Despite efforts to rescue him, poor visibility forced divers to postpone the search until the following day.
Confirming the incident, the Ogun State Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Omolola Odutola, stated:
“According to report, the victim, an inexperienced swimmer, had gone to the quarry site with friends to swim when he drowned. His grandfather, Olaseinde Sunday, reported the incident to the police at about 6:39 PM, after being informed by villagers.
“Immediately, the divisional police officer received the report, he detailed his detectives to swiftly mobilize to the scene to rescue the victim. However, due to poor visibility as night fell, rescue efforts were postponed. Local divers have been contacted to assist in retrieving the body, and the search will resume at dawn.
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“Meanwhile, the victim’s friends, who were present at the scene, fled and are currently in hiding. Authorities have instructed their parents to produce them for questioning as part of the ongoing investigation.
“This unfortunate incident underscores the dangers of swimming in unsecured water bodies, particularly abandoned quarry sites. Authorities urge the public to exercise caution and avoid such hazardous areas.
“Further updates on the search efforts will be communicated as more information becomes available.”
The police have launched an investigation, while search efforts to retrieve Olasupo’s body continue.
