A lawmaker has been arrested for assaulting a driver in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.
The FCT Police Command on Monday said it carried out the arrest, and Josephine Adeh, the spokesperson for the FCT Police Command, confirmed in a statement that the lawless lawmaker, Alex Mascot Ikwechegh, has been arrested.
Ikwechegh is “at the Maitama Police Station undergoing questioning,” Adeh said.
The Police spokesperson explained in the statement that a cab driver, Stephen Abuwatseya, reported the matter to the Command.
“Preliminary investigations indicate that Mr. Abuwatseya was delivering a package to Hon. Ikwechegh when a dispute arose concerning the method of delivery. During this altercation, Mr. Abuwatseya was reportedly physically assaulted.
“The FCT Police Command expresses grave concerns over Hon. Ikwechegh’s dismissive attitude toward the office of the Inspector General of Police following the incident.
“After allegedly slapping the victim, he reportedly remarked with contempt, ‘You can go ahead and call the Inspector General of Police,’ demonstrating a troubling disregard for the authority of law enforcement.
“Currently, the suspect is at the Maitama Police Station undergoing questioning,” the statement reads.
The statement added that the Commissioner of Police in the FCT, Olatunji Disu, has mandated a thorough investigation into the matter.
“The Command is committed to conducting an impartial investigation and ensuring justice in all cases. Upon completion of the investigation, appropriate legal action will be taken.”
Meanwhile, a trending video of the lawmaker’s assault has been on the social media.
See the video:
