Gunmen early Saturday (today) stormed the divisional police headquarters in Agwa community, Oguta Local Government Area of Imo State and killed four police officers.
Confirming the incident the state police spokesperson, Mike Abattam, said although details of the attack are still sketchy, the bandits reportedly burnt down parts of the police station and killed some officers on duty.
According to Abattam, the Commissioner of Police, Mohammed Barde, has visited the scene to ascertain the severity of the attack and get first-hand information.
He appealed to the people of the area to remain calm and go about their lawful engagements, assuring them that the command is on top of the situation.