…as CP Orutugu supports deceased’s family with a welfare package.
Anambra State Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu has visited and sympathized with family members and Officers and men of the Police Mobile Force 29 Squadron, Amansea over the loss of Inspector Okolie Amechi and bullet injury to one of his sons, iNews Times reports.
The iNews Times had on Monday brought to you the report of the alleged killing of Inspector Okolie Amechi by his 10-year-old son in Awka, the state capital.
Spokesperson, Tochukwu Ikenga, in a statement attributed the incident, which occurred Sunday evening to accidental discharge by the son.
He said the son, ignorant of the state of the AK 47 rifle assigned to the Inspector, pulled the trigger and shot his father on the back while another bullet hit his brother on the hand.
Speaking during the sympathy visit, the Orutugu described the Police Mobile Force as his Alma mater, explaining that the visit was a demonstration of his commitment to the welfare and morale of personnel of the Command.
He reminded the Officers of the importance of adhering to Police Operational Protocol, especially in their line of duty.
Orutugu emphasized the need for teamwork and encouraged the personnel to remain focused and dedicated to their duties, despite the loss.
He also supported the deceased’s family with a welfare package and prayed for the quick recovery of the injured son who is currently receiving attention in the hospital.
Responding on behalf of officers of the Squadron, Commander, Assistant Commissioner of Police, ACP Nasiru Adamu Kaila expressed gratitude to the CP for visiting the Base.
He thanked him showing empathy towards the officers, especially at the moment of grief.
Kaila pledged to comply with the CP’s guidance and directives, on the Squadron’s operations.
He also reiterated the commitment of his officers to their duties and promised to continue working diligently to maintain peace and security in their area of responsibility.
The Police Commissioner was accompanied by three Assistant Commissioners of Police of the Departments: Administration, Investigation and Operations and other senior officers.
