The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested and detained four police officers for alleged misconduct and use of excessive force during an arrest in Fufore Local Government Council.
According to a statement issued by the Command’s spokesperson, Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, on Tuesday, the incident occurred on 14 October 2025 at Sabon Gari Quarters, Fufore.
The officers were confirmed to have been captured in a trending social media video allegedly using excessive force and shooting while effecting the arrest of a suspect.
Commissioner of Police, Dankombo Morris, condemned the unprofessional conduct of the officers and assured the public that appropriate disciplinary action would be taken.
“The Command will not condone any act of indiscipline or abuse of power. The law will take its full course,” Morris stated.
He further directed the Assistant Commissioner of Police in charge of the IGP’s X-Squad to carry out a thorough and transparent investigation into the incident.
The Commissioner also appealed to members of the public to remain calm, assuring them of the Command’s commitment to accountability and professional policing.
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