Suspected gunmen have attacked police officers along the Amansea–Ndiora–Ndiukwuenu–Awa–Ufuma Road, located around Orumba South Local Area of Anambra State, killing two police officers instantly.
It was gathered that police men were ambushed and attacked on Sunday night while returning from an assignment.
First Daily correspondent learnt that the assailants who had laid siege in a nearby bush opened fire on the officers as soon as they approached, with the gunshots sending panic across the communities along the road.
In a video viral video, the two policemen were seen lying on the road beside their patrol van in a pool of blood, with the voice in the video calling for the attention of relevant authorities.
The Commissioner of Police in Anambra, CP Ikioye Orutugu, confirmed the incident development to journalists on Monday.
Orutugu said the command had already commenced investigations and was taking necessary action.
He said, “A team of police officers was returning from an assignment when they were ambushed by armed men who opened fire on them. In the process, we lost two officers.
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“The police had been working on the matter since Sunday night and had intensified efforts to track down those responsible for the attack.”
The commissioner further stated that he would visit the scene of the incident to assess the situation and strategise with security personnel on measures to prevent similar attacks in the state.
He also warned motorists and members of the public to be cautious and avoid approaching unauthorised checkpoints that are not manned by identifiable police personnel and official police vehicles.
“Whenever you approach a checkpoint without police vehicles or clear police identification, you should exercise caution. Either turn back and alert the nearest police formation or immediately contact the police for assistance,” the CP alerted.