Gunmen Kill Three Policemen In Anambra, Set Patrol Van Ablaze

Three policemen have been killed by gunmen in Onitsha, Anambra State, whereas two individuals recognized to be civilians sustained bullet wounds within the assault.

A supply in Onitsha stated the assault occurred at Ezeiweka highway within the business metropolis, and {that a} patrol van belonging to the police was additionally set ablaze by the attacking gunmen.

“The policemen had been at a checkpoint within the space, the place they at all times station their car on the junction on each day foundation as one of many safety posts, when the assault occurred,” the supply stated.

The State Police Command’s spokesperson, DSP Toochukwu Ikenga confirmed the incident, saying that he would react after gathering details about how the assault occurred.