Suspected Ritualist Caught with Human Parts Arrested in Bayelsa 

By Micheal Chukwuebuka

Bayelsa State Police Command says it has commenced investigation into a case of alleged ritualist found in possession of human parts in Yenagoa, the state capital.

A statement by Bayelsa State Police Public Relations Officer, Musa Mohammed indicates that the suspect, a 40 year old Peter Alale from Agbere Community, Sagbama LGA, Bayelsa State, has been arrested and was found in possession of a broken white plate containing suspected human parts.

Upon interrogation the suspect claimed to have found the suspected human parts at Sagbama Council Secretariat Junction, Mile 3, Sagbama and was attempting to dispose of them in a nearby bush before he was arrested. The exhibits have been recovered for medical examination and analysis to ascertain whether they are human parts.

The Commissioner of Police Bayelsa State Command, CP Iyamah Daniel has directed a thorough investigation into the incident and urged members of the public to remain calm and refrain from spreading unverified or sensational information that may cause unnecessary panic.

The Bayelsa State Police Command noted that it remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of all residents and will continue to take decisive action against all forms of criminality.