Fake assorted drinks manufacturers in Rivers in police net

Operatives of Nigeria Police in Rivers State have nabbed some persons allegedly involved in the manufacturing of fake drinks in the state. The Public Relation Officer of the state police, SP Nnamdi Omoni, is a statement for the Commissioner of Police, Friday Eboka, noted that the suspects were arrested on Monday in an operation by a unit of the force.

Omoni said that two suspects were picked at Eligbolo road, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of the state, adding that several manufactured fake drinks were recovered from the suspects.

He said “On the 22nd of October, 2021 at about 1530hrs, operatives of Puff Adder, acting on credible information, led by the Commander SP Noble Uwoh stormed a hideout at Eligbolo Road Rumuokoro, where they burst a syndicate that engages in the manufacture of fake drinks believed to be dangerous to public health. In the course of the operation, two suspects were arrested, namely: Akhayera Collins (Male) 41 years old, and Christian John (male), while others took to flight. 

“Exhibits recovered include; Assorted Wines, Spirits and several Alcoholic beverages; including empty bottles waiting to be filled with the poisonous liquid/substances.” Omoni said the suspects have made useful confessions and would be charged to court as soon as investigations werr concluded.