The police command in Ebonyi says its operatives have arrested a resident of the state for alleged impersonation.
Chris Anyanwu, spokesman of the command, in a statement on Sunday, said the suspect was arrested on Saturday.
He identified the suspect as Enyi Friday, adding that he was caught impersonating a police officer.
“The Ebonyi State Police Command, on Saturday, July 2, through a coordinated effort with Anyigor Lazarus, the Commander of Ebubeagu security outfit in Ezza South Local Government Area, apprehended Enyi Friday,” the statement reads.
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“The suspect, who hails from Umunwagu Idembia community in the area, was impersonating the police.
“The young man, who is not a police officer, was caught wearing the uniform of a Police Corporal, hence his arrest.
“He has been handed over to the State Investigation and Intelligence Department, for further investigation.”
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The police spokesman also urged the general public to continue to partner with security operatives in the state to rid communities of criminal elements.
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