The Rivers State Police Command has detained three female Inspectors for allegedly extorting motorists in the Rumuokoro area of Obio/Akpor Local Government Area.

This came after social media was inundated with complaints about the activities of female operatives in the area.

The police said they were nabbed on Tuesday after a coordinated monitoring patrol by men from the Commissioner of Police team.

Grace Iringe-Koko, a spokesman for the state police command, announced this in a statement in Port Harcourt on Wednesday.

Iringe-Koko stated that the policemen’ illicit behaviors were captured on camera using a cell phone, providing clear evidence of their actions.

While denouncing the operatives’ conduct, she described them as unprofessional, especially since they were not wearing uniforms, and noted that they had been detained and were awaiting proper disciplinary action.

The statement reads, “The Rivers State Police Command has arrested three of its officers following a coordinated monitoring patrol by operatives from the Commissioner of Police team, CP Monitoring Unit, on October 29, 2024.

“The operation, conducted under the Rumuokoro Flyover around 3 pm, led to the arrest of Inspector Sarah Anendei, Inspector Caroline Promise, and Inspector Christiana Jatau, who were caught engaging in a corrupt practice against innocent motorists under the flyover.

“Two of the officers, Inspectors Caroline Promise and Christiana Jatau, were found conducting this unprofessional behaviour while out of uniform, further contravening police standards.

“Their misconduct was captured on video by a mobile phone, providing clear evidence of their actions.”

The PPRO added that during the quick on-site investigation, the operatives searched the policemen and retrieved the money seized from the motorists, demonstrating a prompt response to protect ethical principles within the Rivers State Police Command.

Continuing, she stated, “The cops are being held and awaiting proper disciplinary action.

“The Rivers State Police Command reaffirms its commitment to professional integrity and assures the public that any personnel found violating the principles of service will be held accountable.”