Osun police arrest viral assault suspect – The Osun State Police Command has arrested a man who appeared in a viral video assaulting female police officers. Police said they tracked and arrested the suspect after a swift operation.
Osun police arrest viral assault suspect: Suspect Fled After Attack
Authorities identified the suspect as Adekola Jimoh Amobi. He allegedly attacked female officers on duty in Ido-Osun while they controlled traffic.
The suspect fled the scene immediately after the incident. He escaped to Edo State in an attempt to avoid arrest.
Police officers later tracked him through intelligence gathering. They arrested him after locating him in his hiding place.
Osun police arrest viral assault suspect: Police React Quickly to Viral Video
The Osun State Police Command confirmed the arrest on Tuesday. Officers acted after the video circulated widely on social media.
“The suspect fled the scene and escaped to Edo State in an attempt to evade arrest. We tracked and arrested him today,” the police said.
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Police spokesperson Abiodun Ojelabi said the command responded immediately. He explained that officers used intelligence to locate the suspect.
Police Condemn Assault on Officers
The police condemned the attack. They described it as an assault on officers performing lawful duties.
“No one has the right to assault police officers carrying out their lawful responsibilities,” the command said.
Police confirmed that the officers were on official duty during the attack. They also assured the public that the officers remain safe.
Investigation and Prosecution Underway
The police said they will continue investigations. They also confirmed plans to prosecute the suspect after the investigation ends.
The command urged residents to remain calm. It encouraged the public to report disputes through legal channels instead of violence.
Many Nigerians praised the police for the swift arrest. They commended the rapid response after the video went viral.
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