The Delta State Police Command has arrested a Police Inspector for allegedly shooting dead a man at Ugbolu-Illah Road, Oshimili North Local Government Area of the state.
The victim was shot dead during a stop and search.
However, the state Commissioner of Police CP Ari Muhammed Ali has expressed heartfelt condolences to the family of late Mr. Onyeka Ibe, who was reportedly shot dead yesterday at about 9.30 am by Inspr. Ebri Ubi, while on Stop and Search.
According to Delta State Police Publlic Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Bright Edafe, ” Commissioner of Police on receipt of the sad news,immediately ordered the arrest and detention of the errant police officer and directed that his transfer to the State Criminal Investigation Department, Asaba,where he has further ordered for a thorough and speedy investigation.
“The CP noted that for the Force, being a disciplined organization, will not condone such cruel action by any member of the Force assuring that the offending Officer will be subjected to internal disciplinary measures, including criminal prosecution. He therefore appealed to members of the public to remain calm and law abiding, assuring them justice will not just be done but will be seen to have been done.
“The following dedicated phone lines are available to the public to reach the command, as a quick response contact for any complaint or distress situation.0915 557 0008,0915 557 0007
Command control room via 0803 668 4974″.
