The Digest:
The Lagos State Police Command has discontinued its case against Paul Adefarasin, Senior Pastor of House on the Rock Church, after confirming the object he brandished in a viral video was a stun gun, not a firearm. The decision follows a thorough investigation and the pastor’s voluntary surrender for questioning.
Key Points
- Police confirmed the object was a stun gun, classified as prohibited anti-riot equipment but non-lethal.
- Adefarasin voluntarily reported to the police headquarters in Ikeja for interrogation.
- The case was dropped due to “no sufficient grounds” to proceed, despite public backlash.
- The viral video showed the pastor pointing the device at a content creator while driving.
- Police emphasized the distinction between stun guns and lethal firearms in their decision.
- The cleric had previously denied carrying a firearm, aligning with police findings.
- The outcome highlights gaps in public awareness and regulation of non-lethal weapons.
The closure of this case underscores the tension between public perception and legal definitions, leaving questions about accountability and the boundaries of self-defense unresolved.
Sources: TheCable,
