Police Explain Tussle Between Officers And Pregnant Woman

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has explained the circumstances behind the face off between some of its officers and a pregnant woman.

The incident which saw policemen from one of its divisions in Uyo drag a pregnant woman on the floor over issues allegedly relating to her car insurance papers drew indignation from members of the public.

The police in its reaction to the incident which reportedly happened on February 1, 2025 claimed that facts of the case were misrepresented.

The police in a statement made available to GWG.ng said:
“For clarity, the said woman was lawfully stopped for contravening traffic regulations and for driving with expired vehicle particulars and also without a valid third-party insurance at idoro road by Atiku Abubakar Way in Uyo. As standard procedure, a special constabulary officer was assigned to escort her vehicle to the designated police division.

“However, rather than proceeding as directed to the station, she first diverted to a park in Itam and later to another location within the same area with the constabulary officer in her car, where she suddenly raised a false alarm endangering him to safety. But for the timely intervention of police personnel around the area, the constabulary officer would have been subjected to mob action.”

“While the Akwa Ibom State Police Command, under the leadership of CP Baba Mohammed Azare, fsi, does not in any way condone any unprofessional conduct from its personnel, it is important to set the records straight. The matter had since been resolved amicably with the lady and her family.

“We urge members of the public to refrain from spreading misinformation that could incite public unrest, the Command remains committed to upholding the rule of law and ensuring the safety of all residents.”
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