The Delta State Police Command condemns this development in totality and assures that all those involved in the reprehensible act will be arrested and prosecuted in accordance with the law.
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Ozoro: Police Finally Arrest Organizers Of “S*xual Violence Festival” In Delta (Graphic Videos)
The Delta State Police Command has arrested Chief Omorede Sunday, the organizer of the Oramudu Festival in Ozoro, Delta State, along with four others, following reports that several young women were s*xually assaulted and molested during the event.
The Commissioner of Police, Aina Adesola, condemned the alleged sxual assault and molestation of young women, warning that acts of sxual violence are criminal, inhumane, and constitute a grave violation of the fundamental rights and dignity of victims.
He has therefore ordered an immediate investigation into the incident.
A statement by Police Public Relations Officer, Bright Edafe said, “CP Aina Adesola, has ordered that the case be immediately transferred to State criminal department (SCID) for further investigation.
“Tactical and investigative assets have been duly deployed with a clear mandate to identify, apprehend, and ensure the prosecution of all individuals found culpable.”
The Command urges members of the public, particularly victims and witnesses, to come forward with any information that will aid ongoing investigations.
According to him, “All information provided will be treated with strict confidentiality and the highest level of professionalism.”
CP Adesola further appealed to residents of the state to remain calm, vigilant, and law-abiding, while assuring that the Command remains fully committed to protecting lives, safeguarding the rights of all citizens, and maintaining public order.