The Lagos State Police Command has arrested and detained popular TikTok streamer Habeeb Hamzat, widely known as Peller, following a viral livestream in which he was seen driving recklessly and threatening to crash his vehicle.
The incident, which occurred on Sunday, December 14, 2025, ended in a road crash along the Lekki-Epe Expressway while the 20-year-old content creator was broadcasting live to his followers.
In a statement issued on Tuesday by the Police Public Relations Officer, Abimbola Adebisi, the police said Peller’s actions amounted to an alleged attempt to commit suicide and posed serious danger to other road users.
According to the statement, the video showed the influencer driving in a distressed state before crashing his vehicle, prompting immediate public concern and police intervention.
“The Lagos State Police Command has arrested and detained Habeeb Hamzat, also known as ‘Peller’, following the circulation of a viral video in which he was seen driving recklessly and live-streaming the incident, which resulted in a dangerous road crash,” the police said.
The command added that the case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for a comprehensive investigation, after which the suspect would be charged in court in line with the law.
The Commissioner of Police, Olohundare Jimoh, also cautioned social media influencers and the general public against using online platforms to engage in or promote life-threatening behaviour, warning that such actions would attract the full weight of the law.
Meanwhile, the Federal Road Safety Corps has ordered Peller’s prosecution for multiple traffic violations, including the use of a mobile phone while driving.
In a statement by the Corps Public Education Officer, Olusegun Ogungbemide, the FRSC said the Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, directed the Lagos State Sector Commander to begin prosecution, stressing that public roads are not content creation studios.
Mohammed expressed concern over what he described as a growing trend of dangerous conduct by celebrities and online personalities in pursuit of attention, warning that fame does not place anyone above the law.
The FRSC also called on influencer networks and entertainment bodies to encourage responsible behaviour, particularly given the strong influence public figures wield over young audiences.
The crash reportedly triggered the deployment of the vehicle’s airbags and drew the attention of bystanders, who assisted at the scene.
Peller was hospitalised after the incident, though the extent of any injuries has not been confirmed.
The episode has sparked widespread public debate, especially following reports that the influencer recently purchased a 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE SUV and had been dealing with personal challenges, including a widely discussed breakup with fellow content creator Jarvis.
