May 24, 2024

…remands officer responsible for the shooting in custody

The Commissioner of Police, FCT, Benneth Igweh has directed the Criminal Investigation Department to commence an immediate and discreet investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of one Oyebuchi Anene ‘m’ of Byazhin Abuja on May 22, 2024 at about 9:45 PM.

This is contained in a statement by the Public Relations Officer, Abuja Police Command, Josephine Adeh on Friday.

According to the statement, while the police officer responsible for the accidental discharge is in custody, the CP has expressed profound and heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and the public at large.

“He unequivocally condemns the unprofessional and disheartening conduct of the police officer and assures family and the public of swift justice as further development will be communicated in due course.