Election: Rivers Police Arrest Four Officers In Viral Ballot Box Snatching Video

The Rivers State Police command has arrested four officers for electoral malpractice.

The commands made this known in a statement on its Twitter page on Monday.

It said the personnel, one officer and three Inspectors have been taken into custody for interrogation.

They were seen in a viral video snatching ballot boxes into their van.

“The police pick-up van in the trending video has also been impounded for thorough investigation.

“The Command hereby assures the electorate in Rivers State of its unalloyed commitment to promoting the rule of law and ensuring that all offenders found culpable are adequately sanctioned.

“The Command urges all residents to remain calm and await the official announcement of the result of the election.” It added.