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Police arrest officer who killed Abia businessman for refusing to give bribe

Officers from the Rapid Response Squad of the Nigeria Police Force are alleged to have shot dead the Abariba-born businessman along MCC Abayi-Aba for reportedly refusing to bribe them, despite having a complete vehicle license

Promise Eze by Promise Eze
April 20, 2024
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The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the arrest of an officer who allegedly killed businessman Emmanuel Michael Okocha in Abia State.

Officers from the Rapid Response Squad of the Nigeria Police Force are alleged to have shot dead the Abariba-born businessman along MCC Abayi-Aba for reportedly refusing to bribe them, despite having a complete vehicle license.

This incident has sparked calls for justice from the Abiriba Community in Ohafia local government area of Abia State, mourning the loss of their son.

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Reacting to this in a press statement issued on Saturday, ASP Maureen Chinaka, the Abia Police Public Relations Officer claimed that the suspect had been arrested and investigation had begun to unravel what truly led to the death of Emmanuel.

The statement reads: “The Abia State Police Command is aware of trending online news regarding the incident resulting in the death of Mr. Emmanuel Okocha, shot by a police officer. The Command hereby issues the following statement for the purpose of informing the public.

“Preliminary Inquiries into the matter reveal that a Police Corporal Obagi Njok, attached to Abayi Police Division under Abia State Police Command shot at Mr. Emmanuel Okocha along Aba-Owerri Road.

“The officer has been apprehended, and necessary disciplinary procedures have been initiated. Appropriate disciplinary actions and sanctions will be effected soonest, and he will face the full course of appropriate administrative and legal consequences. In this regard, representatives of the bereaved family and stakeholders will be carried along as the proceedings progress.

“The Abia State Police Command states without prevarication that the incident is unfortunate, and regrettable. The Command uses this medium to publicly commiserate with the family, friends, and well-wishers of the deceased.

“Abia State Police Command remains steadfast in upholding professionalism and the rule of law. We unequivocally condemn any act of misconduct, unprofessionalism, and indiscipline among our officers.”

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