The Lagos State Police Command has uncovered and sealed a suspected illegal factory allegedly used for producing and packaging adulterated alcoholic drinks in Badagry. A 48-year-old man, Anaebo Emeka Hilary, was arrested in connection with the crime. The arrest was made at Yafin, Badagry, where the suspected factory was located. This development comes as part of ongoing efforts to curb the production and distribution of fake alcoholic beverages in the state.
The arrest follows intelligence provided by members of the public, highlighting the role of community involvement in crime detection. According to Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abimbola Adebisi, police operatives recovered quantities of suspected adulterated alcoholic drinks, empty bottles, assorted wine labels, and various production utensils. These items are believed to have been used in the production and packaging of the adulterated drinks. The recovered items have been deposited at the police station for further investigation.
The premises where the suspected factory was located have been sealed, and the suspect is currently in police custody. This operation is part of a series of efforts by the Lagos State Police Command to tackle criminal activities across the state. The command has been working to disrupt and dismantle networks involved in the production and distribution of adulterated goods.
This recent arrest is not an isolated incident. Less than a week prior, operatives of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) arrested two women over the alleged production of adulterated beverages in the Badagry area. The NSCDC and the police have been collaborating to address the issue of fake alcoholic drinks, which poses significant risks to public health.
Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Tijani Fatai, commended the operatives for their vigilance and prompt response to credible information. He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to sustaining intelligence-led operations against criminal activities. Fatai also urged residents to continue providing timely and credible information to the police to assist in detecting and disrupting criminal activities.
The Lagos State Police Command’s efforts to combat the production and distribution of adulterated alcoholic drinks are ongoing. The command has been engaging with various stakeholders, including community leaders and members of the public, to raise awareness about the dangers of fake alcoholic beverages. This engagement aims to prevent the consumption of adulterated drinks, which can have severe health implications.
The suspect, Anaebo Emeka Hilary, is currently facing investigation for his alleged involvement in the production and packaging of adulterated alcoholic drinks. If convicted, he may face penalties under the relevant laws of Lagos State. The police have assured the public that they will continue to work tirelessly to ensure that those involved in such criminal activities are brought to justice.
Key points
- The Lagos State Police Command has arrested a suspect and seized adulterated alcoholic drinks and equipment in a suspected illegal factory in Badagry.
- The operation was based on intelligence provided by members of the public, highlighting the importance of community involvement in crime detection.
- The police have reaffirmed their commitment to sustaining intelligence-led operations against criminal activities across the state.
