The acting Inspector-General of Police, Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has disbanded Edo police squad responsible for running over a citizen at Ekpoma with a patrol van, the Acting Inspector-General of Police.
This was contained in a statement signed by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Olumuyiwa Adejobi on Thursday.
He described the disbandment as a bold move to address the unprofessional conduct of the policemen involved, and a step aimed at regularizing and standardizing police operations in the axis; and restoring public trust in the Police Force.
He added that the operatives involved are currently facing disciplinary charges and administrative procedures.
Adejobi said this move underscores the commitment of the IGP to hold officers accountable for their actions which will never be tolerated in the Nigeria Police Force.
He said, “The Inspector-General of Police reiterates his commitment to ensuring the highest standards of professionalism and ethics, while urging members of the public to always cooperate with Police Officers in the discharge of their statutory duties.”
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