The incident began on Friday, January 10, 2025, around 10:00 pm, when the Police arrested a suspect for alleged theft. The suspect was detained in custody pending further investigations.
At approximately 2:20 am on Saturday, the suspect complained of feeling unwell and was promptly taken to the Ejura Government Hospital for medical attention. Tragically, he passed away while receiving treatment.
As preparations were being made to transfer the deceased’s body to the morgue for preservation and autopsy, members of the Ejura community launched an attack on the police station, setting parts of it ablaze.
A section of the mob also stormed the hospital and forcibly took the suspect’s body.
The Police in a brief statement noted that with the assistance of local opinion leaders, worked to de-escalate tensions and restore order. Their efforts ensured that no casualties were recorded during the unrest. Later, the military joined the Police to maintain law and order in the area.
