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The Delta State Police Command has apprehended an officer who was captured on video shooting at the tire of a moving vehicle in front of Toscana Hotel along Okpanam Road, Asaba.
According to DAILY POST, the incident occurred on Tuesday night and sparked outrage after the video was shared on social media.
The footage depicted the officer firing at the car as it attempted to flee.
This action has been widely criticized as reckless and a breach of the established rules of engagement regarding firearm use in public areas.
In response to the incident, the Police Public Relations Officer for the Delta State Command, SP Bright Edafe, characterized the officer's actions as embarrassing, shameful, careless, unprofessional, and unjustified in a post on X on Wednesday.
Edafe stated, “Honestly, this is embarrassing, shameful, careless, extremely unprofessional, and completely unjustified. The officer has been identified, detained, and will be presented before the Commissioner of Police today.”
As of the time of this report, no injuries have been reported.
Frequently Asked Questions
What led to the detention of the police officer?
The police officer was detained after being filmed shooting at the tire of a moving vehicle, which raised public outrage and was deemed a reckless act.
What was the police's response to the incident?
The Police Public Relations Officer condemned the officer's actions as unprofessional and stated that the officer has been identified and will face disciplinary actions.
Were there any casualties reported from the incident?
No casualties have been reported in connection with the incident at the time of the report.
