This is unlawful – Manhyia South MP on EOCO’s attempted arrest
Lawyer and Manhyia South MP, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, has described an attempt by officials of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) to take him into custody as an “unlawful arrest.” Speaking on Joy News’ PM Express, Mr Baffour Awuah said an EOCO official approached him after he had addressed the media outside court […]
Lawmaker Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, representing Manhyia South, labeled an alleged Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO) arrest attempt as unlawful during an interview on Joy News' PM Express. According to the MP, an EOCO official approached him after he had spoken to reporters outside a courtroom, informing him he was required at the agency.
The official then forcefully grabbed his wrist, causing Awuah to struggle free. He stated that the official held his hand so tightly that he had to wriggle his way out. Awuah expressed his willingness to drive himself to EOCO but was denied this option. He requested identification confirming their affiliation with EOCO, which the officials refused to provide.
The MP suspected the incident might be related to the kidnappings he has alleged to be occurring in the region. He emphasized his willingness to cooperate with EOCO, provided they adhered to the correct procedure. Awuah dismissed accusations of evading lawful arrest by heading to Parliament, insisting that his move was justified as seeking refuge against kidnappers.
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