By Ado Oyeyemi
The Edo State Police Command has launched an investigation into an alleged attack on popular entertainer, Osagie Idieda, popularly known as MC Porcupine, by suspected hoodlums in Benin City.
The police said the entertainer was attacked while returning from a party in the state capital, prompting the Commissioner of Police, Patrick Daaor, to order a thorough investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The command’s Police Public Relations Officer, Eno Ikoedem, disclosed this in a statement issued on Saturday.
According to the statement, the police commissioner directed investigators to identify those involved in the attack and ensure that anyone found culpable is prosecuted.
“The Commissioner of Police, Edo State Command, CP Patrick Daaor, has ordered an immediate and thorough investigation to unravel the circumstances surrounding the incident, identify those involved, and ensure that anyone found culpable is brought to justice,” the statement read.
Daaor condemned the alleged attack, warning that violence, assault and other unlawful acts would not be tolerated in the state.
He also urged residents to embrace peaceful conduct, mutual respect and obedience to the law.
The command assured residents that the incident would be treated seriously, adding that it remained committed to protecting lives and property and maintaining law and order across Edo State.
It appealed to members of the public to provide credible information that could assist investigators in establishing what happened and identifying the alleged attackers.
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Residents were also advised to report emergencies and suspicious activities through the police emergency control room on 08077773721, 08067551618, 08056776365, 08123827225 and 08037646272.
