Police Inspector Detained After Vicious Attack on His Own Children
Operatives from the police special unit, Operation Doo Akpor, have arrested a police inspector identified as Sunday Idey for allegedly subjecting his three children to severe physical assault over witchcraft allegations. The disturbing incident occurred in Bayelsa State and has sent shockwaves through the local community.
Details of the Shocking Assault
The police inspector, who serves with the Anti-Cultism unit of the Igbogene police unit, reportedly turned against his own children during the weekend. According to eyewitness accounts, the officer assaulted the children based on allegations that they were members of a witchcraft group. The severity of the attack prompted immediate concern from neighbors who witnessed the disturbing scene.
Alert residents quickly notified Operation Doo Akpor personnel, who responded promptly to the distress call. The officers successfully rescued the brutalised children and transported them to a medical facility for urgent treatment. The swift intervention by both neighbors and security operatives likely prevented more serious harm to the vulnerable victims.
Official Response and Community Outrage
Commissioner of Police in Bayelsa State, CP Francis Idu, confirmed the incident on Friday, stating that the officer had been taken into custody. The police commissioner emphasized that an investigation into the matter is currently ongoing to determine the full circumstances surrounding the case.
The incident has generated widespread outrage across Yenagoa, the capital of Bayelsa State. Residents have expressed profound shock that a law enforcement officer, tasked with protecting citizens, would allegedly perpetrate such violence against his own children. Many community members have called for thorough investigation and appropriate legal action against the inspector.
This case highlights the persistent challenge of harmful traditional beliefs and the urgent need for child protection measures within Nigerian communities. The arrest demonstrates that no individual, regardless of their position in law enforcement, is above the law when it comes to protecting children from abuse and violence.
