By Jimmy
Controversial Lagos socialite, Balogun Eletu, otherwise known as Sam Larry, is now in the custody of the Lagos State Police Command.
Ikejabird understands that the police arrested Sam Larry over an ongoing investigation into the circumstances leading to the death of 27-year-old singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad.
Several videos that surfaced online after the singer’s demise linked Sam Larry with instances of bullying and assault on Mohbad.
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According to reports, Sam Larry was apprehended at the Lagos airport upon his return to Nigeria over allegations suggesting his involvement in Mohbad’s death.
The spokesperson of Lagos State Police Command, SP Benjamin Hundeyin confirmed the new development in a statement released on Thursday night.
Hundeyin said, “Yes, Balogun Eletu aka Sam Larry is now in our custody. He is currently assisting with the ongoing investigation.”
Update From Lagos State Police Command:
— Nigeria Police Force (@PoliceNG) September 28, 2023
Balogun Olamilekan Eletu aka Sam Larry is now in our custody. He is currently assisting with ongoing investigation. #justice4Mohbad #justiceforMohbad
There had been reports that the state police command had earlier invited Marlian Label boss, Azeez Fashola, popularly known as Naira Marley, and Sam Larry for questioning over Mohbad’s death.
The police last week, also confirmed that pathologists had concluded the autopsy conducted on Mohbad, while they await the result. The autopsy was carried out following the exhumation of Mohbad by a combined team of the Nigeria Police Force and health officials.
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The police had also arrested the nurse who reportedly injected the deceased singer before his demise on Tuesday, September 12.
