Three police officers in the National Capital District have been served with Serious Disciplinary Charges (SDOR) by the Police Internal Investigation Unit yesterday in relation to a video that went viral in the social media in which they were seen consuming what appears to be methamphetamine or ice.
The three were only served with administrative charges because when they were apprehended on May 6 at a city Lodge there was no evidence of any illicit substance in their possession.
Assistant Commissioner of Police and Commander for the National Capital District and Central Province Divisional Command, Anthony Wagambie Jr, said the three police officers were arrested and detained at the Gordon Police Station.
A search warrant was obtained and one of the policeman`s house was searched but nothing was found.
Mr Wagambie Jnr said out of the three police officers, one was served with four SDORs, the second with three and the third with two. He said the three men have denied consuming methamphetamine, however, they were served with administrative charges because of their actions which were captured on video and uploaded over the internet.
ACP Wagambie Jnr said they were strongly cautioned and advised that they are now in the spotlight, and everyone will be watching them. He said with the increase in the production, distribution, and consumption of methamphetamine in the NCD Central command, any police officer caught involved directly or indirectly will be dealt with and will be recommended for dismissal.
Mr Wagambie Jnr said policemen caught dealing or using methamphetamine or any other illicit drugs will be arrested and charged criminally if they are caught. He urged the public to provide information if they know of police officers involved in this illegal activity.
He said the three who were served with disciplinary charges will be closely monitored by the NCD Central Divisional Command for further actions to be taken if warranted.
Mr Wagambie Jnr said the police force is not the place for drug dealers and users and bold moves are now being initiated by the management of the Constabulary to identify and remove such people.
