The police, in Rivers State, have arrested four cops for their in alleged involvement in electoral malpractice in the state.
The policemen were caught in a viral video hijacking ballot materials with a Hilux vehicle with an inscription ‘RRT 050’, in an undisclosed location in the state.
The Rivers State Police spokesman, Grace Iringe-Koko, in a statement made available to newsmen in Port Harcourt on Monday, said the command has also impounded the vehicle for thorough investigation.
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The statement read: “Following a video which trended on social media and which suggested the involvement of some police personnel operating in a Pick Up Vehicle with inscription “RRT 050” in alleged electoral malpractice, Rivers State Police Command has arrested and taken into custody one officer and three Inspectors for interrogation.
“The police pick-up van in the trending video has also been impounded for thorough investigation.
“The Command hereby assures the electorate in Rivers State of its unalloyed commitment to promoting the rule of law, and ensuring that all offenders found culpable are adequately sanctioned.
“The Command urges all residents to remain calm and await official announcement of the result of the election.”