The Lagos State Police Command has vowed to prosecute TikToker Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, following a viral video showing him driving recklessly and live-streaming the incident, which led to a serious road crash.
The command arrested him in Lagos on Wednesday.
According to the Lagos command PPRO, Abimbola Adebisi, Peller’s actions are being investigated as a deliberate attempt to commit suicide and endanger the lives of others.
The force stated that the case is being handled by the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), and Peller will face charges in court.
“(2) The case is currently being investigated by the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID). The outcome of the investigation will be made public and the suspect will be charged to the court of competent jurisdiction in accordance with the law.”
The Lagos State Police Command has also warned social media influencers and content creators to avoid promoting reckless behavior online, stating that lawlessness will not be tolerated.
The police urge road users to comply with traffic regulations and prioritise safety.
“The Command further urges all road users to comply strictly with traffic regulations and remains committed to ensuring public peace and safety at all times”, the statement added.
