In relation to the death of Christiana Erekere, a female police inspector, the Rivers State Police Command has detained sixteen people.
On Thursday afternoon, April 25, 2024, Erekere was killed while performing his duties in front of the Taabaa Police Station in the Khanna Local Government Area of the state.
The command spokeswoman, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, revealed this in a statement on Monday, April 29, 2024. She stated that the officer was stoned to death by a group of people in a private vehicle.
The statement stated, “Preliminary investigations indicate that the incident happened when a group of people driving a Lexus salon car were stopped for routine checks at the checkpoint in front of Taabaa Police Station.” Eyes Of Lagos reports,
However, the occupants became agitated and proceeded to barricade the road, obstructing the movement of other vehicles. After completing the necessary checks, the police officers requested that the individuals leave the scene. Unfortunately, they refused, alleging that Inspector Erekere had recorded a video of their disruptive behaviour using her mobile phone.
“In their attempt to seize Inspector Erekere’s phone forcefully, they launched a violent attack against her, striking her with stones. The severity of the assault caused Inspector Erekere to lose consciousness, and she was immediately transported to Nnadum Hospital in Bori. Regrettably, she succumbed to the injuries sustained during the attack
“The Rivers State Police Command has initiated a thorough investigation into this abhorrent incident, and all individuals involved will be apprehended and brought to justice. The Command extends its deepest condolences to the family of the deceased colleague during this difficult time.
“Inspector Erekere’s remains have been transferred to the mortuary pending an autopsy
“The Rivers State Police Command deeply regrets this unfortunate incident and reaffirms its commitment to ensuring that the perpetrators of this heinous crime are swiftly apprehended and held accountable for their actions.”
