Pregnant woman injured after police raid in Lagos
A pregnant woman, Zainab Bakare, is receiving treatment after being knocked down by a police vehicle during a raid on commercial motorcyclists in Ajegunle, Lagos. The incident reportedly happened on February 18 along Layinka Street. Residents say the officers did not initially show concern for Bakare's condition, prompting intervention from bystanders. The event has raised concerns about police conduct during enforcement operations.
What happened
- Zainab Bakare was hit by a police minibus while riding on a motorcycle during a raid along Layinka Street on February 18.
- Witnesses said the officers were waiting at a junction to apprehend commercial motorcyclists when the incident occurred.
- Bakare sustained injuries to her arm and leg and expressed distress over the safety of her pregnancy.
- Residents claimed the police tried to take the motorcycle away without attending to Bakare until challenged by bystanders.
- The incident has renewed concerns about the conduct of police officers during enforcement and the safety of residents.
