The police in Edo, Nigeria, are hunting for the killer of a police inspector who was shot dead at a checkpoint in Benin, the Edo capital. The inspector was shot by unknown individuals who opened fire when their vehicle was being checked.
According to an official statement, the inspector was shot on the spot and died instantly. The police have launched a full-scale investigation and are pursuing the perpetrators. Edo Police Commissioner Monday Agbonika has ordered an intensive investigation and appealed to the public to provide any information related to the incident.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, with many calling for justice to be served. The police have assured the public that they will leave no stone unturned in their efforts to catch the perpetrators.
The police have also stepped up security across Edo in response to the incident. Citizens are advised to remain vigilant and report any information to the police emergency numbers: 08037646272 or 08077773721.
The killing of the inspector is a stark reminder of the dangers faced by law enforcement officers in the line of duty. The police have vowed to continue serving and protecting the community, despite the risks.
The investigation is ongoing, and the police have urged anyone with information to come forward. The public is assured that all information will be treated with confidentiality.
