The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested a 40-year-old man, identified as Ubong Ntiense, for allegedly producing and distributing adulterated alcoholic beverages.
The suspect was reportedly arrested on September 26 during a stop-and-search operation along Aba Road in Ikot Ekpene.
According to the police, officers recovered five cartons containing 120 bottles of suspected adulterated dry gin labelled “Pointers Special Dry Gin.”
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Police said a subsequent search of the suspect’s residence led to the recovery of substances and materials allegedly used in producing the drinks.
The suspect and the recovered items have been taken into police custody as investigations continue. Authorities said the investigation would also seek to identify others allegedly involved in the production and distribution of the suspected counterfeit products.
The police have urged members of the public to be cautious when purchasing alcoholic beverages and report suspicious activities to the relevant authorities.
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