The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has identified and detained officers allegedly involved in the extortion of ₦40,000 from a resident along the Wuye-Utako Road, near Salem Church, Abuja.
The Command disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday following the circulation of a video on social media alleging that police officers extorted the money from the resident.
According to the statement issued by the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, the officers depicted in the video have been identified and are currently in custody to facilitate investigation into the allegation.
The Command also invited the complainant to appear at the FCT Police Command Headquarters to make an official statement that would assist the investigation and guide further disciplinary action.
The complainant was advised to contact the Command’s Public Relations Officer through 07038979348 or 08180382808.
The Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, CP Ahmed Muhammed Sanusi, PhD, FCAI, warned that the Command would not tolerate extortion, abuse of authority, misconduct or any form of unprofessional conduct by police personnel.
He assured that any officer found culpable after due investigation would face appropriate disciplinary and legal action in accordance with extant laws and regulations.
The Command urged residents of the FCT to report cases of police misconduct and provide relevant information that could assist ongoing investigations.
It reaffirmed its commitment to accountability, professionalism and respect for the rights of residents across the Federal Capital Territory.
