Police Apprehend Two For Impersonation And Extortion At Lagos Ports

Police Apprehend Two For Impersonation And Extortion At Lagos Ports

The Maritime Police Command in Lagos State has announced the arrest of two individuals suspected of impersonation and extortion at the ports……READ ALSO Police Apprehend Seven Suspected Cultists And Seize Firearms In Kaduna

According to ASP Rowland Ehinmode, the Command’s spokesperson, the suspects were apprehended on April 2 for their alleged involvement in conspiracy and forgery of Maritime Police Command official/investigation documents.

The arrests came after a complaint was lodged at the Maritime Police Command Headquarters regarding the blocking of containers with purported documents from the Command, contrary to directives from the Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) Maritime, Lagos, Mrs. Rhoda Olofu.

Upon assumption of office in November 2023, AIG Olofu had ordered the immediate release of all containers blocked or placed on lien at the ports without credible reasons, in line with the Federal Government’s policy on Ease of Doing Business at the country’s seaports.

Investigations revealed that the suspects allegedly conspired and forged the Maritime Police Command’s official documents, impersonating officers of the Command to block over 20 containers for extortion purposes from consignees and clearing agents.

The AIG has strongly condemned the actions of these individuals, urging port users to always verify the authenticity of any purported investigation activities or container blockage letters from the Maritime Police Command.

The arrests signify the Command’s commitment to maintaining integrity and security within the maritime sector, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend any other individuals involved in similar fraudulent activities.

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