Truth Behind the Allegations: Lagos Police Address Alleged Restaurant Horror Story
The Lagos State Police Command has refuted claims that a restaurant on Airport Road, Lagos, is involved in killing people and selling their body parts. A viral video sparked these allegations, prompting an immediate investigation ordered by Commissioner of Police CP Olohundare Jimoh.
The probe, led by the Deputy Commissioner of Police at the State Criminal Investigation Department, found the claims to be baseless. Police spokesperson CSP Benjamin Hundeyin urged the public to verify information before sharing to curb misinformation.
Official Police Statement & Key Facts
- The Lagos State Police Command has dismissed those allegations as entirely false and misleading, labeling the viral content a baseless rumour with no evidence to support it. Vanguard News
- Investigations were promptly launched under the supervision of the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID). No incriminating activity or evidence was found within the restaurant in question. Vanguard News
- In a statement signed by CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, the Public Relations Officer, and issued on behalf of the Commissioner, the police encouraged the public to disregard the video and continue their normal activities—including patronizing the restaurant—since there was no factual basis for the claims. Vanguard News
- The police are actively working to trace and prosecute those responsible for creating and circulating the fake video. Members of the public with credible information have been urged to reach out to the Command’s Complaint Response Unit via the phone lines provided, with assurances of confidentiality.
Why It Matters
Misinformation like this not only causes unnecessary panic but can also damage the reputation of legitimate businesses and fuel unwarranted fear in communities. The police have emphasized the importance of verifying claims before sharing, especially on social media.
TL;DR Summary
| Claim | Verified Reality |
|---|---|
| Restaurant kills people, resells body parts | Proven false—no evidence found, claim debunked by police |
| Police response | Conducted prompt investigation, found no wrongdoing |
| Public guidance | Advised to ignore the rumor; assured protection of the business |
| Next steps | Authorities seeking to identify and hold the rumor spreaders accountable |
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