Three Female Police Officers Arrested For Alleged Extortion Of Motorists In Rivers 

Port-Harcourt, Rivers State- The Rivers State Police Command has arrested three of its officers over allegations of extorting motorists around the Rumuokoro area in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area.

The officers, identified as Inspector Sarah Anendei, Inspector Caroline Promise, and Inspector Christiana Jatau, reportedly targeted innocent drivers in a scheme that had persisted over time, according to community reports.

The arrests followed a complaint on social media, where citizens highlighted instances of harassment and extortion allegedly carried out by the female officers.

Public outcry prompted the command to investigate, leading to the officers’ capture at the Rumuokoro Flyover.

Confirming the arrest, the command spokesperson SP Grace Iringe-Koko stated on Wednesday that the officers were detained for engaging in “corrupt practices” and that the Police Command is committed to upholding accountability and ensuring such conduct is addressed.

The statement read, “The Rivers State Police Command has arrested three of its officers following a coordinated monitoring patrol by operatives from the Commissioner of Police team, CP Monitoring Unit on October 29, 2024.

She said that the operation, conducted under the Rumuokoro Flyover around 3 pm, led to the arrest of Inspector Sarah Anendei, Inspector Caroline Promise, and Inspector Christiana Jatau, who were caught engaging in a corrupt practice against innocent motorists under the flyover.

“Two of the officers, Inspectors Caroline Promise and Christiana Jatau, were found conducting this unprofessional behaviour while out of uniform, further contravening police standards. Their misconduct was captured on video by a mobile phone, providing clear evidence of their actions.

“During the immediate on-site investigation, the operatives searched the officers and recovered the money taken from the motorists, marking a swift response in upholding ethical practices within the Rivers State Police Command.

The image maker said that the officers are currently detained and awaiting appropriate disciplinary measures.

“The Rivers State Police Command reaffirms its commitment to professional integrity and assures the public that any personnel found violating the principles of service will be held accountable,” Iringe-Koko added.