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How Police Inspector Shot Boy During Stop And Search

A police inspector who allegedly shot and injured a young man during a stop-and-search operation in the Delta State has been arrested.

The Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, Bright Edafe, confirmed the arrest on Tuesday.

News came out on Tuesday that a policeman along the East-West Road Ughelli, Delta State, allegedly shot at a boy, with the bullet hitting his leg and abdomen.

According to an X User, #Glofame, who shared the news, “Operative of the Nigeria Police Force on stop-and-check along East-West Road Ughelli, has allegedly opened fire on a boy, with the bullet hitting his leg and abdomen @Brightgoldenboy no go see this one. Una no go check the wolfs wey una give uniform and gun.”

Responding to the tweet, Edafe confirmed via his X handle that the erring officer had been arrested and detained.

He tweeted, “The Nigeria Police Force does not and will never tolerate unprofessional conduct from any personnel.

“On this premise, the Commissioner of Police, CP Wale Abass, ordered the immediate detention of the erring police inspector.

“The injured victim is being treated. Meanwhile, The CP urges members of the public to remain calm, as he guarantees justice.”

Kazeem Badmus

Kazeem Badmus is a graduate of Mass Communication with years of experience. A professional in journalism and media writing, Kazeem prioritses accuracy and factual reportage of issues. He is also a dexterous finder of the truth with conscious delivery of unbiased and development oriented stories.

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