Gunmen, on Friday invaded the Uli Police Station in Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State but were successfully repelled by police operatives.
According to reports, the hoodlums had attacked the policemen on duty at the station, engaging them in a gun battle. The response of the Police, however forced them to flee and abandon one of their operational vehicles, a Lexus 330.
As of the time of filing this report, the level of casualty could not be ascertained.
Confirming the incident, the police spokesperson in the state, Tochukwu Ikenga, hailed the gallant efforts of the officers on duty; conveying the assurance of the state commissioner of Police, Echeng Echeng, that the command is firm and ready to enhance public safety and peace in the state.
The PPRO added that the station was in good condition and no personnel or arms were lost, adding that the area has since been reinforced by the operatives of the command and operations are ongoing.
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