Three female operatives of the Rivers state police command were on Tuesday arrested for allegedly extorting motorists at Rumuokoro, in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area.

The command’s public relations officer, Grace Iringe-Koko, in a statement on Wednesday, said the nabbed officers are Inspector Sarah Anendei, Inspector Caroline Promise, and Inspector Christiana Jatau.

According to the command’s spokesperson, the trio who were not wearing their police uniform, were caught in the act during an operation carried out under the Rumuokoro Flyover around 3 p.m., following complaints on social media.

The statement read, “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.”

“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.

“During the immediate on-site investigation, the operatives searched the officers and recovered the money taken from the motorists, marking a swift response in upholding ethical practices within the Rivers State Police Command,” she stated.

Mrs Iringe-Koko said the errant officers have been detained for appropriate disciplinary measures, adding that the unprofessional and condemnable act of collecting bribes from innocent motorists, violates police ethics.

The command,  therefore, reaffirmed its commitment to professional integrity and assured the public that any personnel found violating the principles of service will be held accountable.