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The Ghana Police Service has interdicted two officers, Lance Corporal Philimon Agbevem and Lance Corporal Peter Gbadagbo, following allegations of extortion from a motor pillion rider in Accra. The incident, which reportedly occurred on July 22, 2024, gained attention after a video of the alleged misconduct circulated on social media.
In the video, the pillion rider accused the officers, who were on visibility duty, of torturing him and extorting GHS 3,820.
Despite reporting the incident to the Cantonments Police Station, no action was initially taken, leading the rider to call for a thorough investigation.
In response, the Ghana Police Service placed the officers under interdiction on August 9, 2024, and assured the public that the officers will face due legal processes.
The police service reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining transparency and accountability, with the case currently under investigation. The two officers are assisting in the inquiries.
