Gombe NSCDC suspends officer over alleged shooting of motorist
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Gombe State Command has suspended an officer in connection with the alleged shooting of a tanker driver on Thursday morning at New Mile 3 along the Gombe Bypass.
The incident reportedly stemmed from a dispute between the officer, who is part of the command’s Anti-Vandalism Unit, and the driver.
In a statement released by Public Relations Officer Buhari Sa’ad, the command confirmed that the officer was engaged in an enforcement operation when the altercation occurred.
Following the shooting, State Commandant Muhammed Inuwa Usman directed the detention of the officer and ordered his immediate removal from operational duties while disciplinary proceedings are pending.
Additionally, the commandant has established a committee to investigate the details surrounding the incident. The NSCDC has emphasized these actions are intended to ensure a thorough investigation and that appropriate measures will be taken based on the findings.
