Two gunmen have been killed by men of the Nigeria police, Imo state command.
According to Imo state commissioner of police, Mr Abutu Yaro, the gunmen were killed when policemen intercepted them on their way to launch an attack on Njaba town in the early hours of Saturday.
One AK-47 rifle, acombat vehicle and 10 rounds of live ammunition were recovered after the gun battle.
Envisaging their defeat, the other gunmen ran into the nearby forest. Hence, the police has called on members of the community to alert security operatives if anyone is found treating bullet wounds in the area.
“On 31/7/2021 at about 0120 hours, a convoy of bandits moving towards Njaba town to launch an attack were intercepted by ‘Operation Restore Peace team’ of the Nigeria Police.
“In the ensuing firefight, one of their operational vehicle’s was demobilised and two of them neutralised, and the remaining ones scampered into the bush.
“On searching the vehicle, one Ak 47 rifle was recovered with 10 rounds of live ammunition and a locally made double barrel pistol with two expended cartridges.
“They detonated an Improvised Explosive Device into the parking lots of a nearby Njaba Police Station causing minimal damage,” the statement read.
“Meanwhile, cordon and pursuant exercise is ongoing in the area and members of the public residing in the area should not panic as the ongoing Police clearance operation is designed to root out violent criminals in that axis.
“Residents should avail Police with information of persons seen treating bullet wounds or hiding within the community.“
