Enugu State Police Command has approved the dismissal from the Force and prosecution of Inspector Edem Ebong, attached to Special Protection Unit (SPU) Base 9 Umuahia, for the offence of murder.
The approval is the sequel to the Command’s conclusion of disciplinary trial and a thorough investigation launched into the case of alleged shooting and killing of five persons, as well as the injury of four others for no justifiable reasons, by the Police Inspector, at Golf Estate Enugu, on June 20 this year.
In a Statement by Enugu State Police Spokesman, ASP Daniel Ndukwe, he explained that:” Commissioner of Police, Mr. Abubakar Lawal, while appreciating the general public, particularly residents of the State, for the level of patience and understanding shown while the disciplinary trial and investigation into the case lasted, has reiterated commitment to always deal decisively with Police Officers of the Command, found culpable in disciplinary offences against extant codes of conduct, rules of engagement and standard operating procedures of the Nigeria Police Force, especially as it concerns respect for fundamental human rights of citizens.
“He, therefore, calls on residents of the State to remain law-abiding and promptly report erring Police Officers to the nearest Police Station; or by calling the Command’s hotlines on 08032003702, 08086671202, 08075390883 or 08098880172, Or alternatively send e-mails to [email protected]. He assures that such reports shall be accorded the necessary confidentiality and action”.
