#JusticeforSlyvester: Lagos Police begins investigation into cause of death of 12-year Dowen College Student
Joy Anyim
The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Hakeem Odumosu, had ordered an unbiased investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of 12-year-old Sylvester Oromoni, a student of Dowen College, Lekki in Lagos.
A statement by the Command on Saturday, disclosed that though no formal report of the case was made to the police, CP Odumosu had, on seeing reports and outcry over the death of the youngster, ordered an investigation.
The statement signed by Adekunle Ajisebutu, the Spokesperson for the Command said the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), was in-charge of the investigation.
The statement read in part: “The Command wishes to inform the public that, although no formal report of the incident was made to the police, the Commissioner of Police, upon hearing about it instantly directed the Divisional Police Officer, Maroko Division under whose jurisdiction the place of incident is to immediately visit the school to carry out initial investigation into the incident.
“This directive has been carried out as investigation into the case has since commenced. However, in view of the seriousness of the case, the Homicide Section of the State Criminal Investigation Department, Panti, has also been directed to take over investigation of the case immediately.”
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However, the Command has urged members of the public, the bereaved parents, friends and relatives, to remain calm as it has deployed all available human and material resources at its disposal to demystify the circumstances surrounding the death of Sylvester.
“While diligent investigation is ongoing, members of the public are advised against taking the law into their own hands. They are also enjoined to refrain from comments that could jeopardize investigation.
“The Commissioner of Police, CP Hakeem Odumosu, while commiserating with the bereaved family, has equally assured that the outcome of police investigation would be made public in due course,” the statement added.
Recall that Nigerians, including celebrities and politician have called for justice for Sylvester, whose parent alleged died after being tortured and fed chemical for refusing to join a cult group in school.
While the school management has claimed the deceased sustained injury while playing football, the bereaved parent maintained their son told them he was tortured.