Police Investigate Officer Accused Of Molesting Civilian In Imo
The Imo State Police Command has initiated an investigation into a viral video depicting an Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) allegedly assaulting a civilian along the Owerri-Orlu Road on Tuesday, October 27, 2026.
This information was conveyed in a statement released by the command’s spokesperson, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Henry Okoye.
DSP Okoye confirmed that the officer in question has been identified as ASP Gabriel Utuh, who serves as the Team Leader of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) patrol team assigned to the Owerri–Orlu Road.
He emphasized that the circumstances surrounding the incident are under thorough investigation, and appropriate disciplinary actions will be taken against any officer found to be in violation of conduct standards.
The Command assures the public that the investigation will be comprehensive, impartial, and conducted in accordance with principles of accountability and professionalism.
Additionally, the command has encouraged the victim to reach out to the Command’s Complaint Response Unit (CRU) at 08148024755 to aid in the ongoing investigation.
In this regard, the Commissioner of Police for Imo State, CP Audu Garba Bosso, has reiterated the Command’s commitment to a zero-tolerance policy towards unprofessional conduct, abuse of authority, and violations of citizens’ fundamental rights, reaffirming its dedication to accountability, discipline, and professionalism.
