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By John Ogunsemore
The Delta State Police Command has debunked the rumoured death of a suspect held in custody at the Ekpan Police Station.
An activist, Israel Joe had raised the alarm over the death of an unnamed suspect detained following a recent operation.
In a Saturday statement, Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the command, SP Bright Edafe said the report is false, misleading, completely unfounded and an attempt to undermine the effort the command is putting to reduce crime in the state.
“At no time did any suspect die in police custody in Ekpan or any part of the state, as claimed,” the command spokesman emphasised.
He explained that the operation referenced was a coordinated raid on identified criminal hideouts carried out on 25th and 26th March 2026, under the leadership of the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Operations, DCP Olumuyiwa Adejobi.
Edafe added that the operation resulted in the arrest of over 270 suspects across Ughelli and Warri, including suspected drug traffickers and wanted cultists.
He stated that large quantities of illicit drugs were also recovered during the exercise.
“All suspects arrested were duly screened.
“Those not found wanting or indicted were released, while others are currently in custody, in good condition.
“It’s important to reiterate again that No casualty was recorded,” Edafe.
The command spokesman said, “The command views the deliberate spread of such misinformation as reckless and capable of misleading the public, undermining confidence in law enforcement, and distracting ongoing efforts to rid the state of criminal elements.
“While recognising the place of civil engagement, the command will not tolerate individuals who operate under the guise of activism or blogging to peddle false and misleading narratives against the police.
“Accordingly, the command warns that any individual found publishing or circulating false information against the police will be investigated, arrested, and prosecuted in accordance with the law.”
