Police Operatives in Anambra Cautioned Against Indiscriminate Arrest, Detention
David-Chyddy Eleke in Awka The Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone 13, Ukpo, Anambra State, AIG Miller Gajere Dantawaye, has cautioned operatives of the Nigeria Police Force, Anambra
Assistant Inspector General of Police in Zone 13, Anambra State, AIG Miller Gajere Dantawaye, has cautioned Nigeria Police Force operatives against indiscriminate arrest and detention of suspects. During his official visit to the Anambra State Police Command, Dantawaye emphasized that the era of impunity and uninvited interference in public matters was coming to an end.
He expressed that he would not tolerate reports of unjust arrests and detentions, especially from District Police Officers (DPOs) who maintain a dirty environment. Dantawaye stressed the importance of treating people with civility and maintaining high standards of conduct, as the force's reputation depended on the respect it garnered from the public.
He highlighted the need for officers to collaborate with residents and police colleagues from Anambra, Enugu, and Ebonyi states to curb violent crimes. Dantawaye urged officers to explore alternative dispute resolution methods, such as ADR, to resolve issues without resorting to arrests and detentions. He assured that under his watch, officers would receive training in various aspects of crime prevention, including arms handling, intelligence gathering, and investigation procedures.
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