Extra-judicial Killing: Delta CP consoles deceased family, orders arrest of erring policeman

The Commissioner of Police Delta State CP Ari Muhammed Ali FCIA, psc+, has expressed heartfelt condolences to the family of late Mr. Onyeka Ibe, who was reportedly shot dead on the 5/4/2023 at about 0930 hours by an Inspector of Police, one Inspr. Ebri Ubi, while on Stop and Search duty along Ugbolu-Illah Road, Oshimili North LGA, Delta State.

The command’s PPRO, DSP Bright Edafe disclosed this to Congress correspondent on Wednesday.

The statement reads, “The Commissioner of Police on receipt of the sad news immediately ordered the arrest and detention of the errant police officer and directed that his transfer to the State Criminal Investigation Department, Asaba where he has further ordered for a thorough and speedy investigation”.

The CP stated that for the Force, being a disciplined organization, would not condone such cruel action by any member of the Force, assuring that the erring Officer would be subjected to internal disciplinary measures, including criminal prosecution.

He however, appealed to members of the public to remain calm and law abiding, promising that justice would not just be done but will be seen to have been done.

“The following dedicated phone lines are available to the public to reach the command, as a quick response contact for any complaint or distress situation.
0915 557 0008
0915 557 0007
Command control room via 0803 668 4974”.