Two policemen from the Imo State Police Command have died after a road accident. This crash involved seven officers on the Amakalu, Umuelemma Road in the Isiala Mbano Local Government Area.
The police have started looking into what caused the accident that resulted in these deaths.
Imo State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Henry Okoye, shared this information in a statement on Thursday.
Okoye said the accident took place on Monday, June 29, while the seven police officers were on duty along the Amakalu, Umuelemma Road in Isiala Mbano.
He mentioned that an investigation is ongoing to find out how the accident happened.
He added that the two officers who died were receiving medical care when they passed away. The other five officers are currently recovering in the hospital.
Okoye conveyed the sympathy of the State Police Commissioner, Audu Bosso, to the families of the deceased officers. He also prayed for the souls of the departed.
Okoye stated, “The Commissioner of Police, Imo State Command, CP Audu Garba Bosso, psc(+), mnips, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic road traffic accident involving seven personnel of the Command who were on official duty on 29th June 2026, along the Amakalu, Umuelemma Road in Isiala Mbano Local Government Area of Imo State.
“Regrettably, two of the officers later succumbed to their injuries while receiving medical treatment, while the other injured personnel are currently undergoing treatment. The Commissioner of Police has directed that every necessary medical and welfare support be provided to the injured officers to aid their recovery.
“On behalf of the officers and men of the Imo State Police Command, CP Audu Garba Bosso extends his heartfelt condolences to the families, friends, and colleagues of the deceased officers. He described their deaths as a painful loss to the Command and the Nigeria Police Force, noting that their dedication and sacrifice in the line of duty will always be remembered.
“The Commissioner of Police also prays for the speedy and full recovery of the injured personnel and assures their families of the Command’s unwavering support during this difficult period. He reaffirmed that the welfare of officers and men remains a priority of the Command.
The police have begun a thorough investigation to find out what caused the accident. The Imo State Police Command prays for the peaceful repose of the souls of the departed officers and urges the public to keep their families and the injured personnel in their thoughts and prayers.”
He did not provide the names of the deceased or the other officers involved in the accident.
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