The Police Command in Delta State has confirmed that additional 11 suspects linked to Thursday’s alleged sexual assault in Ozoro community have been arrested.
The Police Public Relations Officer of the Command, SP Bright Edafe, in a statement issued in Asaba, the state capital, said the latest arrests bring the total number of suspects in custody to 15 in connection with the incident, following a crackdown on those allegedly involved.
According the PPRO, stressed the acts were not representative of any legitimate cultural practice of the Ozoro community and preliminary findings indicate criminal elements exploited the situation to perpetrate acts of sexual violence.
“In furtherance of earlier disturbing reports on alleged sexual assaults in Oramudu Quarters, Ozoro, the command provides an update on ongoing investigations.
“The CP Special Assignment Team was directed by Commissioner of Police, Mr Aina Adeshina, to conduct a detailed probe into the incident.
“Acting on the directive, operatives analysed video evidence and intelligence, leading to the arrest of eleven additional suspects,” Edafe said.
The PPRO listed suspects as Samson Atukpodo, Steven Ovie, Ugbevo Samson, Afoke Akporobaro, Evidence Oguname, and six others.
“The Commissioner condemns these acts entirely and reassures the public of the command’s resolve to secure justice for victims.
“He is determined that all involved will be identified, arrested, and prosecuted in accordance with the law.
“Members of the public, especially victims and witnesses, are urged to provide credible information to aid ongoing investigations,” Edafe said.
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