The Rivers State Police Command has introduced the dismissal of 1 Inspector Michael Odey over his involvement in a $3,000 extortion case.
Odey alongside two Assistant Superintendents of Police, Doubara Edonyabo and Expertise Mungo, had been accused of kidnapping and extorting two males.
Afterwards, the three officers whisked their unsuspecting victims to a few states earlier than dispossessing them of the mentioned quantity, equal of N4.2 million.
Nevertheless, the state police command, via its spokesperson, Grace Iringe-Koko, mentioned the cash has been recovered and handed over to the homeowners.
In a press release launched on Tuesday in Port Harcourt, the state capital, Iringe-Koko said that Odey had been dismissed from the police after the conclusion of orderly room proceedings.
She added that the 2 ASPs have been beneficial for dismissal however can be reviewed by the Inspector-Common of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, and the Police Service Fee for a “honest and simply decision.”
The assertion titled, ‘Replace: Rivers State Police Command addresses extortion case involving three law enforcement officials.’ learn, “The Rivers State Police Command is issuing an replace relating to an ongoing investigation into an extortion incident involving three law enforcement officials. As a part of our dedication to transparency and accountability, we’re offering the next info:
“After an intensive investigation, two officers have been formally queried and beneficial for dismissal as per established procedures.
“This advice has been swiftly forwarded to the Drive Secretary for crucial motion. Inspector Michael Odey’s case has progressed with the conclusion of orderly room proceedings.
“The findings have been reviewed by AIG Alifa Omata, the Assistant Inspector Common of Police, Zone 16, Yenagoa, who has upheld the advice of dismissal from the Drive and has been relieved of his responsibility, efficient February 7, 2024.”
The spokesperson added that “you will need to word that each one three officers stay in custody as investigations proceed into two extra circumstances of comparable nature. Updates on these investigations can be supplied in the end.
“The disciplinary course of for Assistant Superintendents of Police Doubara Edonyabo and Expertise Mungo entails overview by the Inspector Common of Police and the Police Service Fee, guaranteeing a good and simply decision.
“The Rivers State Police Command encourages residents to promptly report any misconduct by regulation enforcement brokers. Be relaxation assured, all stories can be dealt with with the utmost seriousness, and acceptable actions can be taken to uphold equity and justice.”