The Edo State Police Command has ordered a discreet investigation into a viral video showing an altercation between officers of the Edo State Traffic Management Agency, EDSTMA, and operatives of the Intelligence Response Team, IRT.

The video, which has sparked reactions on social media, also shows an IRT officer firing his rifle into the air during the confrontation.

The Police Public Relations Officer in Edo State, ASP Eno Ikoedem, said the Commissioner of Police, Patrick Daaor, has interviewed representatives of both parties and ordered a thorough investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.

The Commissioner also directed that the conduct of the officer seen firing the rifle be subjected to appropriate disciplinary review.

The Command said it would not tolerate indiscipline, unprofessional conduct or abuse of police powers by its personnel.