Police probe suspect’s escape from detention in Rivers

The Police Command in Rivers State has commenced disciplinary proceedings against an officer, ASP Ekawhe Thomas, over alleged negligence that led to the escape of a suspect from detention. The command’s spokesperson, ASP Blessing Agabe, told journalists in Port Harcourt that the officer was attached to the Criminal Investigation Department. Agabe said that following the […]

The Police Command in Rivers State has commenced disciplinary proceedings against an officer, ASP Ekawhe Thomas, over alleged negligence that led to the escape of a suspect from detention.

The command’s spokesperson, ASP Blessing Agabe, told journalists in Port Harcourt that the officer was attached to the Criminal Investigation Department.

Agabe said that following the suspect’s escape, the police leadership ordered immediate disciplinary action against Thomas.

“The officer has been detained and formally issued a query in line with existing disciplinary procedures of the police force,” she said. (NAN)

She added that efforts were ongoing to re-arrest the fleeing suspect while investigations into the incident continued.

The spokesperson said the Commissioner of Police in Rivers State, CP Olugbenga Adepoju, had expressed displeasure over the development and reaffirmed the command’s commitment to professionalism, discipline and accountability.

Agabe said Adepoju warned that the command would not tolerate misconduct, negligence or abuse of office by any personnel.

“Any officer found culpable after investigation will be sanctioned in accordance with extant laws and disciplinary regulations,” she said.

She assured members of the public that the command remained committed to transparency, justice and the protection of citizens’ rights. (NAN)