Kpebu Was Arrested For Obstruction of Duty- OSP Clarifies
The Director of Strategy, Research and Communications (SRC) at the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), Sammy Darko, has clarified that the arrest of private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu was connected to obstruction of duty during a visit to their premises.
Kpebu had gone to the OSP to assist in investigations into corruption allegations he made against Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng.
On his arrival, the Office said, Kpebu had attempted to grant an interview at the premises with reporters, an action that is prohibited.
“Security personnel cautioned him to move away from the entrance, so he moved to the fried yam seller’s spot and continued speaking to the media. Afterwards, he entered the compound alone. The guards reminded him that photography and videography are not permitted around the premises,” he explained.
He reported that Kpebu reacted angrily to the reminder and insulted the guards.
“They issued a formal warning about his conduct, but he insisted he could act as he pleased and threatened to report them. He told them they are nobodies, even their boss, the head of the agency, is a nobody and will be removed soon.”
His continued insults and obstructive behaviour led to his arrest for the offence of obstruction of officers in the performance of their duties, according to Sammy.
“He was informed of his arrest on suspicion of obstruction, in accordance with the law. The arrest was executed without force, and there is no internal record of any assault or mistreatment.”
According to him, the lawyer was granted bail in accordance with standard administrative procedures, as he received an onward briefing.
Contrary to reports that the whereabouts of Kpebu was unknown to his lawyers, Sammy said he was held at a secured holding area as part of normal processing.
“At no point was he denied access to counsel or due process.”
Story by Hajara Fuseini
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