Five arrested after man accused of rape found dead in Bayelsa
Samuel Ofiri was found dead by the roadside in Otuoke, Bayelsa State, after being accused of rape. The Bayelsa State Police Command, led by CP Iyamah Daniel Edebor, arrested five suspects in connection with his death. According to police, the victim was allegedly tortured before his death. The Commissioner of Police has warned against mob justice and urged the public to report crimes to authorities.
What we know
- Samuel Ofiri was found dead on Kakatar Road, Otuoke, after being accused of raping a lady.
- CP Iyamah Daniel Edebor confirmed the arrest of five suspects: Stanley Inemugha, Ipagaro Memidin, Kingsley Taribo, Boye Easter, and Preye Timbiri.
- On February 22, 2026, police responded to a distress call and recovered the body, which was taken to Federal Medical Centre, Otuoke.
- Preliminary investigations suggest the victim was tortured in an apartment before his death.
- The police commissioner condemned jungle justice and urged citizens to report suspicious activities.
