BARELY Few Days After Trump’s Victory, U. S Gov’t Declares Yoruba Man, 14 Others Wanted; SEE Full Details
In a surprising twist of events, Nigerians’ attention has shifted from the U. S. election, where former President Donald Trump defeated Vice President Kamala Harris, to the news of a Nigerian man being placed on the U. S. Marshals Service’ s ” 15 Most Wanted” list.
This announcement has shocked many, as Olalekan Abimbola Olawusi, a Nigerian citizen from the Yoruba ethnic group, faces serious criminal charges in the United States.
According to a report from the U. S. Marshals Service, Olawusi, aged 48, is wanted in Rhode Island on charges of first- degree murder, severe bodily harm to a child, and unlawful flight to avoid prosecution. Authorities have placed a reward of up to $25, 000 for any information that leads to his arrest, underscoring the gravity of the case.
The Tragic Incident
Olawusi’ s case dates back to April 3, 2017, when emergency services in Providence, Rhode Island, found his 3- month- old son in critical condition, suffering from multiple injuries at a residence. The infant, discovered with severe injuries, went into cardiac arrest and required emergency resuscitation.
At the hospital, a medical examination revealed an extensive pattern of abuse over time. Doctors identified 18 injuries at various stages of healing, including a skull fracture, severe brain injury, broken ribs, clavicle, arms, and legs, as well as a subdural hematoma. Despite being placed on life support, the infant tragically passed away six months later on October 31, 2017.
The Escalation Of Charges
Initially, Providence Police arrested and charged Olawusi with first- degree child abuse on April 20, 2017. He was released the same day but managed to flee. After his son’ s death in October, the charges were upgraded to murder. Following the escalation, Rhode Island authorities requested the U. S. Marshals Service’ s help to track him down.
U. S. Marshals’ Statement
The U. S. Marshals Service Director, Ronald L. Davis, condemned Olawusi’ s alleged crimes, emphasizing the severity of his offenses. ” Mr. Olawusi is wanted for the abuse and murder of an innocent child and has fled the country to avoid justice, ” Davis stated.
” We have placed Mr. Olawusi on our 15 Most Wanted list due to the heinous crimes he’ s committed and the threat he continues to pose to the public. The USMS will exhaust all resources necessary to bring him to justice for his family and the community. ”
Olawusi, also known as Olekun Olawusi, is described as 5 feet 8 inches tall, weighing approximately 185 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. The U. S. Marshals Service encourages anyone with information on his whereabouts to contact them at 1- 877- WANTED2 (926- 8332) or via the USMS Tips App.
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U. S. Marshals’ ” 15 Most Wanted” List: A History of Pursuing Dangerous Fugitives
Since 1983, the U. S. Marshals Service has maintained its ” 15 Most Wanted” fugitive list, aimed at capturing dangerous criminals who pose significant threats to society.
The list includes individuals involved in crimes such as murder, serious assault, organized crime, and other high- profile offenses. The program has led to over 250 captures since its establishment and continues to be a priority for U. S. law enforcement.
In fiscal year 2023 alone, U. S. Marshals worked alongside federal, state, tribal, and local law enforcement to apprehend over 73, 000 fugitives and resolve approximately 86, 000 warrants. This collaborative effort showcases the USMS’ s commitment to protecting the public and assisting other agencies in capturing dangerous criminals.
