The Police Force Headquarters in Abuja was plunged into mourning on Monday as Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Abubakar Muhammad Guri, of the Police Mobile Force (MPF), was found dead in his office at the Louis Edet House.
PLATFORM TIMES reports that Guri, who showed no prior signs of illness, reportedly slumped and died shortly after arriving at his office.
According to eyewitness accounts, DCP Guri was in full uniform when he slumped in his seat.
Immediate efforts were made to provide medical assistance, but tragically, he was pronounced dead before reaching the hospital.
An eyewitness described the scene, saying, “Some officers rushed him to the hospital and even before reaching there, he had already passed away.”
The sudden and unexpected death of DCP Guri has left a palpable sense of grief and shock among police personnel at the headquarters.
The usually busy and bustling environment became subdued and somber as news of his passing spread.
As of the time of reporting, no official statement had been released by the police authorities.
Preparations are being made to inform Guri’s family about the tragic incident.
The circumstances surrounding his death remain under investigation, and further details are expected to be released in due course.
The loss of DCP Guri is a significant blow to the Police Mobile Force and the entire police community.
His colleagues remember him as a dedicated and hardworking officer who served the force with distinction.
The incident has sparked conversations about the health and well-being of police officers who often work under stressful conditions.
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