The Rivers State Police Command has arrested a 46-year-old man, identified as Abi Baragon, in connection with a widely circulated social media video showing a woman crying for help after allegedly being assaulted in Port Harcourt.
Recall that the incident, captured on June 20, 2025, sparked outrage online and prompted a rapid response from the Police Command’s Human Rights Department, State Headquarters, Moscow Road.
Acting on credible intelligence and leveraging public information, operatives tracked down and arrested the suspect on October 13, 2025.
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Police investigations revealed that the assault was allegedly motivated by the victim’s rejection of Baragon’s marriage proposal after discovering he was already married with four children.
Although the suspect denied this claim, he reportedly confessed during interrogation to using bottles to stab the victim.
According to Force state spokesperson Grace Iringe-Koko on Friday, the suspect is currently in custody while the victim receives medical treatment. An in-depth investigation has been launched to determine the full circumstances surrounding the incident.
Commissioner of Police Olugbenga Adepoju, commended the operatives for their swift action and applauded the public for sharing useful information that aided the arrest.
“The Command reiterates its unwavering commitment to justice and warns perpetrators of crime that there is no hiding place for the wicked. If anyone commits a crime and runs away, the Police will catch up on you. The suspect will face prosecution upon the conclusion of a discreet investigation,” CP Adepoju said.
The Command further assured residents that it remains steadfast in its mission to ensure safety, protect human rights, and bring offenders to justice.
