By Achadu Gabriel, Kaduna
Kaduna State Police Command has debunks the rumor making round that its Armored Personnel Carrier (APC), has been hijacked by end bad governance protesters in part of state, a statement issued Monday and signed by the command spokesman Asp Mansir Hassan has declared.
There was a widespread allegations in the state that the police APC was hijacked by hunger protesters in the volatile area of Tudun Wada and used against the personnel of the command.
In a swift reaction, police stated that “The Kaduna State Police Command wishes to address the recent video circulating on social media, alleging that an Armored Personnel Carrier (APC) was hijacked by protesters. The Command wish to debunk this rumor and provide the public with the correct details of the incident.
“The video in question depicts a situation where the driver of the APC was confronted by a large group of protesters. In the face of escalating tension, the driver made a professional and commendable decision to avoid the use of live ammunition. Instead, he employed a tactical maneuver to safely escape the scene, ensuring the safety of both the protesters and the officers involved.
“It is important to stress that at no point was the APC hijacked by hoodlums. The vehicle and its personnel remained under the control of the Kaduna State Police Command throughout the incident.
“The Commissioner of Police CP Audu Ali Dabigi, urges the good people of Kaduna to continue to abide by the law and maintain peace order. We appreciate the support and cooperation of the public in these challenging times and remain committed to ensuring the safety and security of all residents”, it stated.
