Police Deny Arresting Rape Victim in Ogun
The Ogun State Police Command has refuted claims that a woman who alleged sexual assault in a viral TikTok video was arrested after reporting the incident.
The controversy began after a TikTok user, identified as Mirabel (@mirab351), posted a video alleging that she was sexually assaulted in her apartment. In the clip, which circulated widely on social media, she claimed a stranger broke into her home while she was unconscious, assaulted her and raped her.
She further alleged that the attacker sent her threatening messages and stated that the trauma led her to attempt suicide. The video triggered widespread outrage and calls for justice, with initial reports suggesting the incident occurred in Lagos.
However, preliminary findings indicated that the alleged incident took place in Ogijo, Ogun State, prompting the Ogun State Police Command to assume responsibility for the case.
Amid the online reactions, some social media users alleged that Mirabel had been arrested over inconsistencies in her claims. Responding to the rumours, the Ogun State Police spokesperson, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, clarified that the victim was not arrested at any point.
According to him, Mirabel voluntarily presented herself at the Ibafo Police Division on Wednesday, February 18, to file a formal complaint. She was subsequently transferred to the Ogijo Division, which has jurisdiction over the area.
The police stated that upon assessment, she was found not to be in a stable condition to provide further details and was immediately taken for a comprehensive medical examination. Her wellbeing, the command said, remains a priority.
The police assured the public that the matter is being handled professionally and urged citizens to rely on verified information from official sources before sharing reports.