ASHENEWS reports that the Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Shehu Mohammed has acknowledged a viral video circulating on social media, as well as reports in the mainstream media, alleging that an FRSC officer was involved in a physical altercation with a passenger during the impoundment of a vehicle driven by an apprehended traffic offender.
Expressing disappointment and concern over the incident, the Corps Marshal has ordered the Sector Commander in charge of the area where the incident occurred to conduct a thorough investigation and submit a detailed report to the national headquarters within 48 hours.
According to a statement signed by Olusegun Ogungbemide, the Commander, Corps Public Education Officer, the Corps Marshal while responding to the video assured the public that the FRSC takes the allegation seriously, and a comprehensive investigation to uncover the full circumstances surrounding the event is already underway.
Preliminary findings revealed that the incident occurred on August 23, 2024, along the Asaba–Ogwashi-Ukwu route, within the operational area of the Asaba Sector Command. A Toyota Sienna bus was flagged down by the patrol team for a routine check, during which the driver was found guilty of operating a commercial vehicle without a speed-limiting device—a violation that requires immediate impoundment of the vehicle.
The altercation allegedly began when a female passenger refused to exit the vehicle, preventing the arresting marshal from following standard procedures for vehicle impoundment. She reportedly attempted to take control of the steering wheel, a reckless action that could have resulted in a serious accident.
In addressing the situation, the Corps Marshal emphasized that while the passenger’s actions were dangerous and could have led to a crash, the FRSC would adhere to its established rules of engagement. If the investigation finds any misconduct by the officer involved, appropriate disciplinary action will be taken following the Corps’ zero-tolerance policy for unprofessional behaviour.
The statement reaffirmed the FRSC’s commitment to maintaining public trust and upholding the highest standards of conduct among its personnel. The Corps assured the public that it will not tolerate any actions that undermine its integrity or compromise road safety.
The Corps Marshal then urged the public to continue reporting any instances of misconduct by FRSC staff through the FRSC Mobile Application or by calling the toll-free emergency number 122 for swift action.
