A police officer reportedly attached to a Very Important Person (VIP) has allegedly shot an official of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Abuja after the road safety officer attempted to stop their convoy on Friday morning.
The incident reportedly occurred near City College, Karu, in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja.
According to reports, the FRSC official was carrying out his duties when he attempted to stop the convoy. However, a police officer accompanying the VIP allegedly opened fire on the road safety official before fleeing the scene.
A video purportedly showing the incident has circulated, drawing attention to the alleged shooting and raising concerns about the conduct of security personnel attached to VIPs.
The circumstances surrounding the incident, including the identity of the police officer, the VIP involved, and the condition of the injured FRSC official, remain unclear.
The alleged shooting has also raised questions about compliance with traffic regulations, the conduct of security escorts, and the safety of public officials carrying out their lawful duties.
As of the time of writing, there has been no confirmed official statement provided regarding the incident or whether the suspect has been apprehended.
Further details are expected as the relevant authorities investigate the circumstances surrounding the alleged shooting.
Video: Policeman Escorting VIP Allegedly Sho0ts FRSC Officer in Abuja, Flees Scene
A police officer reportedly attached to a VIP allegedly sh0t an officer of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and fled the scene on Friday morning after the road safety official attempted to… pic.twitter.com/DCaUrjl1Gb
— Star Potter (@Starpotternews) October 9, 2026
Omo this morning at City College, Karu Abuja, A police escort in this Prado jeep shot an FRSC officer on the right shoulder. The officer was trying to stop the vehicle from breaking traffic laws before he was sh@t and the escort fled the scene… pic.twitter.com/gnVKSo1F9S
— Senior Pst Okezie James Atañi. (@Onsogbu) October 9, 2026
