The Ebonyi State Police Command has detained officers allegedly involved in the assault of a civilian in Ohaukwu Local Government Area, following directives from the Commissioner of Police, Hope Okafor.
According to the Police Public Relations Officer, Joshua Ukandu, the officers have been transferred to the command headquarters, while the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) has been directed to carry out a comprehensive investigation.
The command said the officers remain in detention pending the outcome of the investigation and will face disciplinary action if found culpable.
The police also sympathised with the victim, who is receiving treatment at the Federal Teaching Hospital, Abakaliki, and reaffirmed its commitment to professionalism, accountability and a zero-tolerance policy against police brutality and misconduct.
