The Anambra Police Command has warned vigilante groups and other quasi-security outfits against acts of brutality or abuse of authority against residents of the State.
The Command gave the warning on Tuesday in a statement by its Spokesman, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, on an alleged assault on a yet-to-be-identified female member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).
The assault was reportedly carried out by vigilante operatives at Oba, Idemili South Local Government Area of the State.
The Command while disclosing that the suspects involved have been identified, warned that any such misconduct will not be condoned.
“The Command, however, notes that the alleged victim’s unavailability has temporarily stalled the ongoing investigative process.
“Meanwhile, the Command has reiterated that assault in any form remains a criminal offence under the Nigerian Law and reserves the right to take necessary legal action to aid the court proceedings while waiting for the victim,” the statement said.
While reassuring Corps members serving across the State of its unwavering commitment to their protection, the Command urged them to always report incidents of harassment, intimidation, or abuse for prompt intervention.