Lagos Police Detain Officers Over Viral Harassment Video

The Lagos State Police Command has detained four officers and disbanded their Immortal Tactical Team after a viral video surfaced, allegedly showing them harassing a young man in the Odogunyan area of Ikorodu. Superintendent of Police Abimbola Adebisi announced the detention on the command's X handle, stating that the officers had been identified and summoned to the Commissioner of Police's office.

Following an investigation initiated upon receiving the video, the decision was made to detain the officers pending disciplinary proceedings. Adebisi confirmed that all four officers were in custody, although only three were present during the briefing.

The Commissioner of Police, CP Olohundare Jimoh Fatai, emphasized the importance of integrity and humility in police duties. Adebisi assured the public that appropriate actions would be taken against the officers and encouraged residents to report any misconduct.

The officers remain in custody as investigations continue.