Anambra Police command denies officer's involvement in crime

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By Madu Obi

The Anambra State Police command has reacted to a trending video on social media, alleging that one of its officers is aiding kidnapping and violent crimes in the state.

Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, in the state, SP Tochukwu Ikenga stated categorically that the video is not only false, mischievous, and malicious, but also a calculated attempt to tarnish the image of the Nigeria Police Force and demonize the said officer.

"For the avoidance of doubt, the officer featured in the video is an Assistant Commissioner of Police, who is not serving in the Anambra State Police command. The officer remains one of the pride of the Force in character and crime-fighting.

We urge the public to note that, compared to the past, Anambra State has continued to record remarkable progress in the fight against violent crimes, particularly kidnapping.

This achievement is the result of the collective efforts of Ndi Anambra working hand-in-hand with security agencies to condemn and resist criminal activities in the State.

The sacrifices of our security operatives in safeguarding lives and property are not in vain. We therefore call on the general public to disregard the misleading video and remain resolute in supporting lawful security efforts", the PPRO said.

He warned that the command shall invoke the relevant cybercrime laws to ensure that the originators of "this malicious content" does not go unpunished.