Timothy Omobude 
Edo State Police Command have arrested criminal syndicates involving a serving police officer and civilians who engages in robbery extortion and brutality against innocent citizens in the state capital.
The arrest follows a viral video where a victim alleged that he was abducted by policemen, his phone and belongings forcefully taken, and subjected to intimidation.
Acting on this complaint and other related reports, the Commissioner of Police, Edo State Command, CP Monday Agbonika, directed that the perpetrators be identified and arrested without delay.
According to the press statement from the command spoke person Csp Moses Joel Yamu; on 15th August 2025, operatives of the Ugbowo surveillance team successfully intercepted the suspects with a silver colored toyota yaris and other incriminating items.
“A serving Police Inspector later identified as Ojo Oloruntobi was arrested alongside three civilian accomplices namely Charles Onah, Joseph Ohis and Enoma Agho, who has been collaborating with him to terrorise residents of the city through acts of extortion and harassment.
“Edo State Police Command strongly condemns this shameful and criminal conduct. The arrested officer and his collaborators will face the full wrath of the law. Reiterating the Command’s zero tolerance for corruption, abuse of office, and unprofessional conduct, CP Monday Agbonika has made it clear that there will be no hiding place for rogue elements within the Force, reiterating the Command’s zero tolerance for corruption, abuse of office, and unprofessional conduct.
He warned all officers that any policeman found engaging in misconduct, extortion, brutality, or any form of corrupt practice will be arrested swiftly, prosecuted and dismissed in line with the laws of the land.
He said the command calls on members of the public particularly the victim in the viral video to come forward and assist investigators with credible information to ensure justice is served.
The Edo State Police Command remains unwavering in its duty to protect lives and property, restore public trust, and uphold the integrity of the Nigeria Police Force.
