Suspect in viral abuse case detained after activist’s intervention
A man accused of assaulting an 18-year-old woman in a widely shared video is now in police custody, according to human rights activist Harrison Gwamnishu. The woman, identified as Chisom, was reportedly taken from her family as a child, and her father was unaware of any alleged marriage. The case drew attention after disturbing footage showed Chisom with visible injuries and neighbors confronting the suspect. Gwamnishu and his team are continuing to support Chisom as investigations proceed.
What happened
- Harrison Gwamnishu revealed that the suspect seen in the viral abuse video has been detained by police.
- Chisom was allegedly 15 when her relationship with the suspect began, and she was taken from her family at age seven after her mother’s death.
- The suspect was handed over to the Isheri Oshun Divisional Police Headquarters, where his statement was obtained and he was detained.
- Chisom’s father’s family claims they were unaware of any marriage and had not seen her or two of her siblings until the video surfaced.
- Gwamnishu and his organisation are providing ongoing support to Chisom as the investigation continues.
