Driver cries out as car somersaults after police officer grabs steering, seizes his phone and ₦100k
A driver has been left in critical condition after his car somersaulted multiple times following a struggle with a police officer who allegedly grabbed the steering wheel.
The officer reportedly took the driver’s phone and ₦100,000.
This incident was captured in a viral video circulating on X, formerly Twitter.
In the footage, a man believed to be the driver could be heard crying out in distress, accusing the police of extortion and maltreatment.
The video shows the driver lying on the ground after being pulled from the wreckage, while the officer is also seen being helped out of the crashed vehicle.
In a shaky voice, the driver laments:
“This is not the first time they are harassing me. Every time, they find a way to harass me. The police have killed me! Every day, they collect money from me. They took ₦100,000 and my phone. This is not even the third time.”
As the video gained traction, concerned individuals flooded the comment section, condemning the alleged police misconduct and calling for justice.
See some reactions below:
@charliebeato: “What can reset this country? Who can reset this country?”
@Yugobrosv: “The guy should sue them for damages and get the @PoliceNG to pay for the repairs or replacement of the damaged vehicle.”
@ejjay125108: “As a Nigerian you need to pray against running into kidnappers, bandits and police.”
@C3rait: “As a youth, once you see a Nigeria police first thing that comes to mind is “fear and uncertainty” you fit dey innocent make them still set you up.”
@iam_kennyluk: “If they started end police brutality now, they will said we are lying.”
@EMZO_001: “I wonder what would be the response of the police man after the incidence. What a useless man.”
@NikkiMary278018: “That’s a heartbreaking and shocking incident. It’s tragic to hear about the driver and the young boy fighting for their lives after such a terrifying event. Hopefully, those involved receive the care they need, and accountability is held for the actions that led to this crash.”
Watch video:
