By: Felix Ikpotor
The Rivers State Police Command says it has arrested three officers following a coordinated monitoring patrol by operatives from the Commissioner of Police team, CP Monitoring Unit on October 29, 2024.
Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, of the command, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, said the operation which was conducted under the Rumuokoro Flyover around 3:00 pm on October 29, 2024 led to the arrest of Inspector Sarah Anendei, Inspector Caroline Promise, and Inspector Christiana Jatau, who she said, were caught engaging in a corrupt practice against innocent motorists under the flyover.
She said: “Two of the officers, Inspectors Caroline Promise and Christiana Jatau, were found conducting this unprofessional behaviour while out of uniform, further contravening police standards. Their misconduct was captured on video by a mobile phone, providing clear evidence of their actions”.
Iringe-Koko said during the immediate on-site investigation, the operatives searched the officers and recovered the money taken from the motorists, marking a swift response in upholding ethical practices within the Rivers State Police Command.
The Police PPRO said the officers are currently detained and awaiting appropriate disciplinary measures.
She assured that the Rivers State Police Command reaffirms its commitment to professional integrity, assuring the public that any personnel found violating the principles of service would be held accountable.
