Rivers police sack five officers accused of robbery and kidnapping
Five police inspectors in Rivers State have been dismissed after being accused of involvement in armed robbery, kidnapping, extortion, and conspiracy. The officers, attached to the Department of Operations, were reportedly implicated following petitions from the Behind Bars Human Rights Foundation. Anthony Placid, the Force Public Relations Officer, revealed that the dismissed officers allegedly targeted victims during illegal stop-and-search operations. The case has been forwarded to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions for further action.
What happened
- Anthony Placid announced the dismissal of five inspectors over alleged criminal activities.
- The officers were accused of armed robbery, kidnapping, extortion, and conspiracy across Rivers State.
- Victims were reportedly forced to disclose banking details and had money transferred from their accounts.
- The dismissed officers allegedly posed as operatives from Zone 16 Headquarters to intimidate victims.
- The case file has been sent to the Director of Public Prosecutions, with formal charges expected within 30 days.
