The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the suspension of ASP Drambi Vandi for allegedly shooting and killing a Lagos lawyer, Mrs Bolanle Raheem.
Head of Press and Public Relations of PSC, Ikechukwu Anion on Thursday in a statement who confirmed the suspension disclosed that it was with immediate effect.
He said the commission had also directed that the final investigation into the matter is concluded to enable the commission take further necessary action.
“The commission, in a letter to the Inspector General of Police (I-G), signed by its acting Chairman, Justice Clara Ogunbiyi, retired has carefully examined the facts of the case.
“It has granted the approval of the suspension of the officer from duty with immediate effect after observing allegations brought against him,” he said.
Ani said the commission had earlier condemned the unprovoked killing of the lawyer and had demanded a thorough investigation into the matter.
Be said the commission has also called for proper training of Police personnel on weapon management.
Raheem was allegedly shot and killed by a policeman attached to Ajiwe Police Station in Ajah, Lagos State on Christmas Day.
FRCN Abuja / Titilayo Kupoliyi
Subscribe to our Telegram and YouTube Channels also join our Whatsapp Update Group
pub-5160901092443552
Related Posts
