Police Arrest Abia Lawmaker Ikwechegh Over Assault On Cab Driver

Police Arrest Abia Lawmaker Ikwechegh Over Assault On Cab Driver

by Victor Ndubuisi
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A legislator was detained by the Federal Capital Territory, or FCT, Police Command on Monday for attacking a driver in the nation’s capital.

The arrest of Alex Mascot Ikwechegh was verified by Abuja Command spokesman Josephine Adeh.

Ikwechegh is “undergoing questioning at the Maitama Police Station,” she said.

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The cab driver, Stephen Abuwatseya, reported the incident to the Command, the police spokeswoman clarified in the statement.

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“Preliminary investigations indicate that Mr. Abuwatseya was delivering a package to Hon. Ikwegh when a dispute arose concerning the method of delivery. During this altercation, Mr. Abuwatseya was reportedly physically assaulted.

“The FCT Police Command expresses grave concern over Hon. Ikwegh’s dismissive attitude toward the office of the Inspector General of Police following the incident.

“After allegedly slapping the victim, he reportedly remarked with contempt, ‘You can go ahead and call the Inspector General of Police,’ demonstrating a troubling disregard for the authority of law enforcement.

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“Currently, the suspect is at the Maitama Police Station undergoing questioning,” the statement read.

The statement added that the Commissioner of Police in the FCT, Olatunji Disu, has mandated a thorough investigation into the matter.

“The Command is committed to conducting an impartial investigation and ensuring justice in all cases. Upon completion of the investigation, appropriate legal action will be taken.”

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