The Police Command in Rivers has urged residents to ignore on-line studies of an armed theft at a preferred financial institution in Port Harcourt.
SP Grace Iringe-Koko, spokesperson of the command, made the comment in a press release she issued in Port Harcourt on Wednesday.
She mentioned the deceptive report falsely claimed that armed robbers stormed a financial institution on Sept. 23 and suggested folks to keep away from elements of the town.
“The command categorically states that no such incident occurred wherever in Port Harcourt or throughout Rivers State,” she declared.
Iringe-Koko mentioned the false report was designed to trigger pointless panic and concern amongst residents.
“We urge the general public to ignore the report solely and desist from sharing unverified data,” she added.
She reaffirmed the command’s dedication to safeguarding residents and guests within the state.
In accordance with her, police operatives stay on fixed patrols and excessive alert to answer any safety threats.
“Due to this fact, there isn’t a trigger for alarm,” she assured.
Iringe-Koko suggested residents to confirm data from official sources earlier than sharing, warning that deliberate spreaders of falsehood would face prosecution. (NAN)
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