By Deborah Nnamdi
The Delta State Police Command has intensified operations against drug cartels following the death of a 15-year-old boy, allegedly from an overdose of Dexamethasone.
Police Public Relations Officer, Bright Edafe, identified the deceased as Gift Oberhirhi, who reportedly ingested 15 tablets of the drug without a prescription. The substance was said to have been given to him by his friend, Destiny Akpofure, also aged 15.
Edafe disclosed that the teenager fell ill shortly after taking the tablets and died while being rushed for medical attention.
He added that operatives from the Orogun Division responded promptly, evacuated the body to the General Hospital Mortuary in Orogun for autopsy, and arrested the suspect, who is currently in custody, noting that investigations are ongoing.
The Command described the incident as a stark warning on the dangers of drug misuse, particularly among young people.
In response, the police said they had stepped up intelligence-led raids on drug dens, black spots, and criminal hideouts across the state, targeting networks involved in the illegal sale and distribution of drugs.
The Commissioner of Police, Yemi John Oyeniyi, reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to protecting lives and property, warning that individuals involved in illicit drug activities would face the full weight of the law.
He also urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities, especially those related to drug abuse, to the nearest police station.
