The Rivers State Police Command on Friday raised alarm about the activities of a group of individuals masquerading as Police officers, wearing black attire, and engaging in the extortion of unsuspecting citizens in the State.
A statement by the spokesperson of the command,CSP Grace Iringe-Koko described the development as deeply concerning, stressing that the Commissioner of Police ,Olugbenga Adepoju has launched a robust mechanism to monitor, identify, apprehend, and prosecute those involved in the illegal act to the full extent of the law.
“It is imperative to note that no individual, regardless of their claimed affiliation, has the authority to conduct searches of personal devices of the citizens, such as phones or laptops, on the road or at checkpoints, or demand that you accompany them to withdraw or transfer cash from a POS operator or any financial institution.
“The public is advised to exercise vigilance and report any suspicious activities or encountered hostile checkpoints to the following hotlines:Complaint Response Unit (CRU): 07057605256, 08120822987, 09035774814, PPRO: 09014273818, Control Room: 08032003514”, the statement added.
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The Police reassured citizens of its commitment to maintaining law and order, and appealed for cooperation and support for legitimate Police operations in ensuring the safety and security of all residents.
