Imo police put seven officers on trial after viral extortion video
The Imo State Police Command has started disciplinary trials for seven officers accused of extortion and misconduct in a viral video. The incident, which took place at Seven-and-a-Half Junction, was recorded by a traveller on Saturday. Police spokesperson Henry Okoye said the process will be transparent and thorough. The command promised to keep the public informed about the outcome.
What happened
- Seven officers, including Inspector Eyo Udo and Inspector Peter Nweke, are facing orderly room trials for alleged extortion and unprofessional conduct.
- The misconduct was captured in a viral video at Obowo Local Government Area on Saturday.
- Other security operatives involved have been handed over to their respective agencies for disciplinary action.
- Commissioner Aboki Danjuma assured the public that the process will follow Nigeria Police Force regulations.
- The police urged citizens to keep reporting misconduct to help clean up the Force.
