Rivers State Police Command say it has arrested two suspected manufacturers of fake alcoholic drinks in the Port Harcourt
The Command spokesperson, SP Nnamdi Omoni disclosed this in a release made available to Journalists in Port Harcourt on Monday, November 1st, 2021.
Omoni said the suspects, Akhayera Collins and Christian John were arrested by operatives of Puff Adder following a tip off at Eligbolo community in Obio/Akpor local government area of the state.
He said, “On 22/10/2021 at about 1530hrs, operatives of Puff Adder, acting on credible information, led by the Commander SP Noble Uwoh stormed a hideout at Eligbolo Road Rumuokoro, where they burst a syndicate that engages in the manufacture of fake drinks believed to be dangerous to public health.
“In the course of the operation, two suspects were arrested, namely:
1. Akhayera Collins (Male) 41yrs
2. Christian John (male), while others took to flight”.
According to the Rivers Police image maker, “Exhibits recovered include; Assorted Wines, Spirits and several Alcoholic beverages; empty bottles waiting to be filled with the poisonous liquid/substances”.
Omoni however noted that the suspects who are currently helping the command with useful informations via useful confessions and will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.
