The Abia State Police Command has arrested several officers following a viral video showing the harassment of a commuter in Uturu on Saturday, May 9.
According to a statement by command spokesperson DSP Maureen Chinaka, the officers were filmed intimidating a traveler for possessing three mobile phones and failing to provide proof of ownership for each.
Following a swift investigation, authorities contacted the complainant and successfully identified the personnel involved. All implicated officers have been traced and taken into custody.
State Commissioner of Police, CP Danladi Isa, has directed the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) to take over the case for formal investigation and administrative action. The command promised to update the public on the final disciplinary outcome.
CP Isa reaffirmed that the command remains committed to professionalism and human rights. He further warned that any form of impunity or misconduct would be met with severe sanctions, in line with the Inspector General of Police’s mandate to maintain a disciplined and citizen-friendly force.
Watch the viral video below
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