PPC CONFIRMS ARREST OF DRUNK COP

Madang provincial police commander acting superintendent Robert Baim has confirmed arrest of a police officer involved in a violent attack of Dr Jimmy Apit in Madang.

The senior medical doctor at Modilon Hospital in Madang, Dr. Jimmy Apit, alleged a violent attack by a rogue police officer, who he claims was under the influence of alcohol.

Dr. Apit stated that the officer physically assaulted his son, at the gate of Kalibobo House, nearly severing his neck.
Dr. Apit maintains that his son did not provoke the officer or his intoxicated associates in any way.
He has since informed the Provincial Police Commander (PPC) and the Police Station Commander (PSC) via text messages.

He expressed grave concerns for his family’s safety, saying they are now living in fear due to continued threats.

The alleged drunkard police officer returned with a group of friends, forcefully entered his premises, and began attacking his children, family members, and other residents in the area inflicting injuries on Dr Apit and others.

Dr Apit stated that while he was at Jomba Police station to report the matter, the officer allegedly arrived in uniform, armed with a firearm, and resumed his assault, pointing a gun at Dr. Apit and his children while threatening to shoot him.

Meanwhile, Madang Provincial Police Commander Acting Superintendent Robert Baim said the issue has been addressed accordingly.

Following the incident, doctors and nurses at the Madang Provincial Hospital have gathered at the hospital premises, expressing concern over the attack on their colleague and calling for action to ensure their safety.