Police Save 3 Suspected Fraudsters From Mob Attack As CP Warns Residents Against Jungle Justice

Three suspected fraudsters were rescued from mob attack by Operatives of the FCT Police Command on Wednesday, in Lokogoma area of Abuja.

According to a statement signed by the Spokesperson of the Command, DSP Josephine Adeh, residents of the area descended on the suspects, namely Francis Emeka Noah, Wua Ikyer and Bokos Terkula over allegation that they “attempted to lure and defraud a female Point-of-Sale (POS) operator around Peace Court Estate, along Lokogoma Road, Abuja.”

She further disclosed that, the Commissioner of Police, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), CP Babaji Sunday, has called on members of the public within the FCT to shun the barbaric act of jungle justice in their quest for justice.

“The CP gave the advisory today, August 10, 2022, following the rescue of three alleged fraudsters from angry mob in the Lokogoma area of the FCT on Tuesday, August 9, 2022.”

The CP, while condemning the act, enjoined residents to come forward with their complaints to give room for legitimate and swift dispensation of justice.

He also emphasized the importance of allowing the course of justice irrespective of the crime committed by a suspect.

Meanwhile, full-scale investigation, she said is being carried out to establish the fact of the case.

The CP further warned that act of jungle justice is criminal and punishable by law. He reiterated the commitment of the Command to the safety and security of residents across the FCT.