Anambra CP orders security rearrangement ahead of Christmas, New year celebrations

….. directs all Area Commanders, DPOS /Unit heads to intensify Raids of Black Spots and sustain ongoing Stop and Search Operations

…..Warns personnel to adhere strictly to rules guiding use of firearmsfirearms

Ibe Pascal Arogorn, Awka

In order to enhance safe and secure environment for people in Anambra especially during this festive period and to ensure a peaceful Christmas and new year celebrations in the State,
the Commissioner of Police *CP John B.Abang,fdc has directed all Area Commanders, DPOS ,PMF and other striking units in the State to intensify raids on black spots and criminal hideouts; sustain the ongoing stop and search/ tactical operation duties and night patrols in order to deny miscreants and criminal elements the opportunity to operate within the State

According to the state’s PPRO, SP Haruna Mohammed, he said the CP further directed the Department of Operations to embark on statewide visiting rounds to observe levels of compliance to his directives as well as strategies emplaced by Area Commanders, DPOs and Unit heads in their respective jurisdictions.

The statement reads in part, “Consequently, all officers in the Command are also placed on red alert at their respective duty posts and directed to respond promptly to any situation or distress from members of the Public.”

” The Commissioner of Police equally warned Police personnel including PMF /SPU attached to VIPs visiting the State during the yuletide period to adhere strictly to the rules governing use of firearms by Police officers,noting that any officer found violating such order would be dealt with in accordance with the laid down procedure.”

“Finally, the Commissioner of Police equally appreciates the cooperation of all “Ndi Anambra” for availing the Command with useful information.This has helped in promoting safety and Security in the State.He further assured all “Ndi Anambra”,(visitors and residents alike) of adequate protection and urged, particularly Bank Customers to be cautious when moving around with cash.He implored them to report any suspicious person(s) or movements to the nearest Police Station or call police emergency number 07039194332 for prompt response, SP Haruna noted.

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