According to the sniper, this operation had some connection to the deputy of Eve's squad, but the deputy was, in fact, also a victim.
Originally, Saddam was an inconspicuous detective in the Narcotics Division. Due to entanglements with a former superior in the military, he had managed to join the Narcotics Division through some connections, but further promotion was difficult. With no other choice, he had to ally himself with the then-deputy, becoming his confidant.