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How
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How Suspect Slumped in Presence of Police Chief-
Spokesperson
The attention of the Ondo State Police Command has been drawn to
yet another quack, amateurish and irresponsible online journalism
by someone who claimed to be writing for “The Hope Metro” wherein
she Stated that two men died in Ondo Police Custody.
Ordinarily, the Command would have treated this spurious and
mendacious story with a wave of hand but for the wrong impression
it will send to the reading public. To set the record straight, no
suspect died in our custody.
However, an alleged suspect in the case of stealing was invited
with his other accomplices to the office of the Deputy Commissioner
of police in charge of Investigation few days ago.
As the Deputy Commissioner was being briefed about the case with
all the parties present, one of the alleged suspects slumped. He
was rushed to the hospital where he was confirmed dead.
The case had not even been assigned to any officer for
investigation hence the issue of any suspect being detained leading
to his death in custody did not arise at all.
The result of the post-mortem examination is still being
awaited. This is the true story. Instead of this motor park
journalist who has a penchant for churning out fake stories, but
also has unhindered access to the ppro and even the commissioner of
police, to contact either of these senior officers for
clarifications, she decided to publish what she wanted, perhaps she
thought that could earn her any award or accolade.
As it turned out unfortunately, she has only succeeded in
exposing, denigrating and demeaning herself as some of her genuine
Colleagues who got the true story have even lampooned her for doing
a shoddy job. She has shown herself as nothing but a half-baked, a
ragtag and of course a gatecrasher into this noble profession of
journalism.
We Salute the ever vibrant educated and investigative members of
the pen profession within the state and beyond who took the pains
to call for clarifications.
The Command will continue to partner with the media to ensure
that adequate security is provided for the good people of Ondo
State.
Femi Joseph
ppro Ondo State command.