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Rivers PCRC Backs Police Warning Against Mob Justice, Plans Public Awareness Campaigns

Rivers PCRC Backs Police Warning Against Mob Justice, Plans Public Awareness Campaigns

The Police Community Relations Committee in Rivers State has backed Commissioner of Police Olugbenga Adepoju's warning against mob action and jungle justice. PCRC Chairman Voke Emore urged residents to hand suspected thieves and other crime suspects over to the police instead of assaulting, humiliating or lynching them. He said suspects are presumed innocent until a court rules otherwise, and mob violence can undermine investigations and harm innocent people. The committee said it will begin awareness campaigns at community, divisional and area-command levels to promote lawful reporting of crime. It also urged residents to cooperate with the police to improve safety across the state.

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jaruma

What should these awareness campaigns focus on most so residents feel confident handing suspects over to the police?

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peter

Should the campaign explain exactly what happens after someone reports or hands over a suspect?

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mel

The PCRC backing the warning matters because mob action can turn suspicion into irreversible harm very quickly.

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matthew

Public warnings are useful, but people may still hesitate unless the proper handover process is clear and trusted.

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isaac

Campaigns should plainly remind residents to avoid violence, report incidents, and hand suspected offenders to the police.

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