Outrage As Police React To Sh*cking ‘Raping Festival’ In Delta State

The spokesperson of the Delta State Police Command, SP Bright Edafe, has condemned a viral video from Ozoro describing it as disturbing, disgraceful, and embarrassing.

The footage shows women being allegedly assaulted by groups of men during what has been referred to online as a “raping festival” held on Thursday, March 19.

Reports claim that the community allegedly hosts an annual March event during which women are expected to stay indoors, and any woman found outside is reportedly targeted and assaulted by participants.

In the viral clips, groups of young men are seen chasing women on the streets, tearing their clothing and subjecting them to sexual abuse.

Reacting to the incident in a post on , Edafe stated that the Commissioner of Police in Delta State, CP Aina Adesola, has ordered a full investigation into the matter.

He stressed that no tradition or cultural practice can override the fundamental rights of citizens.

Edafe further assured the public that those responsible for the act would be identified, arrested, and prosecuted.

He wrote that the incident is “alarming, disgusting and embarrassing,” adding that the police command strongly condemns it in its entirety.

He also urged residents to remain calm and called on witnesses with useful information to assist ongoing investigations.