BOLANLE RAHEEM: POLICE TO RELEASE TWO OTHER OFFICERS TODAY AS KILLER ASP TO REMAIN IN DETENTION
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By ‘Leke Yusuf
The Lagos State Police command says it would release two police officers arrested along with ASP Dambri Vandi , over the alleged killing of Barrister (Mrs) Omobolale Raheem because they were not involved in the crime.
The Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the Command, SP Benjamin Hundeyin; confirmed this to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday, while giving an update on the killing.
The police in Lagos, on Christmas Day, arrested an Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Dambri Vandi and two other officers attached to Ajiwe police station in Ajah area for allegedly killing one Mrs Omobolale Raheem, a lawyer, same day.
Hundeyin said they were taken into protective custody immediately and were later transfered to the State Criminal Investigation Department for thorough investigation.
He said that the two police officers arrested with the ASP were detained for interrogation and testimonies.
“The two police men arrested with ASP , who killed the lawyer will be released today (Tuesday) after giving their testimonies to the command.
Hundeyin noted that the police officer was yet to be arraigned because his dismissal order has not been released.
“There are indeed consequences. The officer is still in detention at the SCID. His investigation is being wrapped up.
“Once his dismissal order comes out, he will be charged to court immediately,” he said.
Hundeyin said that there was nothing wrong with the spot or area where the killings took place, but the officers, who killed would be held responsible for their actions.
He noted that when the first incident occurred on Dec. 7, the commissioner of police, Abiodun Alabi, changed the DPO of the station after the incident.
“This has become one too many, especially, bearing in mind that a similar incident occurred at the same location less than three weeks ago.
“The officer is Inspector Imeh Johnson and he is still under detention at the State Criminal Investigation Department. Case is being concluded. Updates will be made available.
“The condemnable incident is against the standard operating procedure (SOP) and rules of engagement of the Force, and to say the least is embarrassing.
“Beyond this incident, the Nigeria Police Force will carry out a reappraisal of its rules of engagement, to put an end to such avoidable ugly incidents,” Hundeyin said.
The image maker appealed to residents of the State to remain calm as the Command was already in touch with the Nigerian Bar Association and other relevant stakeholders to ensure that justice totally prevails.
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