Police Confirm Car Thieves In Coma After Mob Attack In Rivers State

Police Confirm Car Thieves In Coma After Mob Attack In Rivers State

The Rivers State Police Command has confirmed that two individuals involved in an alleged car theft incident along Stadium Road, Elekahia in Port Harcourt, are currently in a coma due to injuries sustained during a mob attack……READ ALSO Police Bust Fake Alcoholic Drinks Factory In Lagos, Apprehend Suspects

According to Grace Iringe-Koko, the spokesperson of the Rivers State Police Command, the confirmation was made following inquiries into the incident. Iringe-Koko further disclosed that the suspects are presently receiving medical treatment at an undisclosed hospital in Port Harcourt.

Operatives from the Elekahia Police Division swiftly responded to a distress call, rescuing a victim who had been stabbed by the suspected car thieves. The incident occurred in the early hours of Monday when the suspects attempted to snatch a Toyota Corolla car from a Bolt cab driver after stabbing him.

The driver’s outcry attracted the attention of nearby residents, leading to a mob gathering before the arrival of law enforcement officers. The suspects were subsequently subjected to the mob’s attack, resulting in severe injuries.

The confirmation by the police sheds light on the aftermath of the incident, highlighting the escalating tensions and vigilantism prevalent in certain communities. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the attempted car theft and subsequent mob violence, emphasizing the importance of upholding the rule of law and ensuring the safety of all citizens.