The State Criminal Investigation Department, SCID, has taken over investigations into the attack on supporters of Labour Party, LP, in Lagos on Saturday,
The spokesman of the Lagos State Police Command, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, made this known in a statement issued on the incident.
Some hoodlums on Saturday attacked some supporters of Labour Party who were on their way to a rally at the Tafawa Balewa Square addressed by the party’s presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi.
While condemning the attack, Hundeyin charged politicians to warn their followers to shun violence.
He warned that the police would deal decisively with anyone caught violating the peace of the society.
He said already, efforts were being made to apprehend those responsible for the attack.
“Four injured persons were promptly taken for medical attention and are responding to treatment.
“The State Criminal Investigation Department has taken over investigations into the incident from Ilasan Division, which had earlier commenced preliminary investigations,’’ Hundeyin added.
