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Officer Remanded in Police Custody for Alleged Murder of Resident

Ogbowu Helen Okechukwu
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Addressing the tragic incident, the police officer allegedly involved in the death of a resident, Oyebuchi Anene, in Byazhin, Abuja, has been detained by the police.

The force spokesperson, Josephine Adeh, in a document shared on the verified X handle of the Nigerian Police Force on Friday, noted the unprecedented incident occurred on May 22, at approximately 9:45 p.m.

Reacting to the tragedy, the Commissioner of Police in Abuja, Benneth Igweh, has given charge to the DC Criminal Investigation Department to begin an investigation to know what led to the tragic incident with immediate effect.

Furthermore, CP Igweh, who condemned the action of the officer and described the officer’s action as “unprofessional and disheartening conduct,” has assured the family and members of the public that justice will be served.

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Meanwhile, he expressed his condolences to the bereaved family and the entire public:

“While the police officer responsible for the accidental discharge is in custody, the CP expresses profound and heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and the public at large.

“He unequivocally condemns the unprofessional and disheartening conduct of the police officer and assures family and the public of swift justice.”

Adeh concluded that further details will be disclosed as the case unfolds.

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