VIDEO: Policemen filmed assaulting individual in viral clip

A disturbing video has surfaced on social media, purportedly showing officers from the Edo State Police Command engaging in the physical assault of an individual. The footage, which has drawn significant attention online, depicts at least five uniformed officers surrounding a person on the ground, with one officer seen using a plastic pipe to strike the victim while another pulls at his legs.

The incident raises serious concerns about police conduct and brutality within the state. Despite the individual's evident struggle, he appears to be overpowered by the group of officers. This visual evidence has prompted an immediate response from the Edo State Police Command, which has confirmed that an investigation is underway.

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We are already on it, please. I have shared this video with the CRU Benin, and the team is already identifying these men.

ASP Eno Ikoedem, the command's spokesperson, stated on X that the video has been shared with the CRU Benin, and efforts are being made to identify the officers involved. The command has appealed to the public for any clearer footage that could aid their investigation. This incident occurs at a time of heightened scrutiny of police actions, particularly following a recent fatal shooting in Delta State where officers involved were dismissed and are facing prosecution, underscoring the critical need for accountability and adherence to human rights standards by law enforcement agencies.

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The command has launched an investigation into this video. Meanwhile, anyone with clearer footage should kindly send the same as document to my DM or WhatsApp, please.