The Lagos State Police Command has sealed a suspected illegal factory allegedly used to produce adulterated alcoholic drinks in the Badagry area of the state. The factory, located in Yafin, Badagry, Lagos State, was discovered after police operatives acted on information provided by members of the public. The operatives recovered adulterated alcoholic drinks, empty bottles, various wine labels, and production utensils allegedly used to produce and package the drinks.
A 48-year-old man, Anaebo Hilary, was arrested at the suspected factory. According to the police, Hilary was taken into custody along with the recovered items, which were transported to the police station for further investigation. The Lagos State Police Command's Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abimbola Adebesi, released a statement confirming the arrest and seizure of the factory.
The police operation was a result of credible information provided by members of the public. The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Tijani Fatai, commended the operatives for acting on the information and urged residents to continue providing credible information to the police. The command encourages members of the public to contact the police through its emergency lines for information on suspected criminal activities.
The factory had been sealed, and an investigation is ongoing. The recovered items include adulterated alcoholic drinks, empty bottles, various wine labels, and production utensils. The police are working to determine the source of the adulterated drinks and the extent of their distribution.
The Lagos State Police Command is committed to curbing the production and distribution of adulterated alcoholic drinks in the state. The command's efforts are aimed at protecting the health and safety of residents. The police are urging residents to be vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities.
The arrested suspect, Anaebo Hilary, is currently in police custody. The police are working to gather more information about Hilary and his alleged involvement in the production of adulterated alcoholic drinks. The investigation is ongoing, and further details are expected to be released as they become available.
The Lagos State Police Command is urging residents to continue providing information on suspected criminal activities. The command's emergency lines are available for residents to report any suspicious activities. The police are working to ensure the safety and security of residents in Lagos State.
Key points
- The Lagos State Police Command seals suspected illegal factory producing adulterated alcoholic drinks, arrest 48-year-old man.
- The factory was discovered after police operatives acted on information provided by members of the public.
- The police are urging residents to be vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities.
