The Ebonyi State Police Command has arrested and detained some of its officers over the alleged assault of a man, Arinze Eze, which left him with an eye injury.
Eze and the officers reportedly had an altercation in Ishieke, Ebonyi Local Government Area, while he was returning to his hometown, Ngbo, in Ohaukwu LGA.
Confirming the incident in a statement on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Joshua Ukandu, said the officers involved had been identified and taken into custody.
According to the PPRO, the officers will face appropriate disciplinary action based on the outcome of investigations.
“The Ebonyi State Police Command has officially identified and detained the officers involved in the recent altercation with a civilian in Ohaukwu LGA,” the statement read.
“The Commissioner of Police, CP Hope Urunwa Okafor, has ordered the immediate transfer of the officers to the Command Headquarters.
“The State CID has commenced a thorough and transparent investigation.”
The Command also said the victim is currently receiving medical treatment at the Federal Teaching Hospital, Abakaliki.
“We extend our deepest sympathies to the victim and his family,” the statement added.
Reaffirming the Command’s stance on misconduct, Ukandu said:
“The Ebonyi State Police Command maintains a ZERO-TOLERANCE policy for brutality, indiscipline, or any misconduct that brings the Force into disrepute.
Any officer found culpable will face strict disciplinary action. We remain committed to protecting the fundamental rights of all citizens.”
