The Nigeria Police Force confirmed the loss of six officers in an ambush by kidnappers/criminals in Ohoro forest, Delta state, with six others missing. After a thorough search, the bodies of the slain officers were recovered, while efforts continue to locate the missing ones. The fallen officers, including Inspector Abe Olubunmi and Sergeant Cyril Okorie, showed exceptional courage. Five suspects have been arrested in connection with the incident, aiding ongoing investigations. The Inspector General of Police has pledged to deploy all necessary resources to ensure justice is served. The Force mourns the loss and vows to honor the fallen officers at the Nigeria Police Awards and Commendations Ceremony. Immediate actions include expediting entitlements for the families and swift prosecution of the perpetrators. The incident underscores the risks officers face in the line of duty, with recent incidents like the murder of SP Angbashim and the attack on the Police Command Headquarters in Adamawa State highlighting the Force’s commitment to justice. The NPF condemns further assaults on law enforcement personnel and calls for resolute dedication to duty. This tragedy follows closely after the ambush that claimed the lives of 16 Nigerian Army officers in Okuama community, Delta state.
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