The Commissioner of Police, Imo State Command, CP Aboki Danjuma, has condemned the gruesome murder of four police operatives and a civilian by suspected members of the proscribed IPOB/ESN.
The operatives were ambushed and killed while on routine patrol at Irete along the Owerri-Onitsha express road.
In a statement, ASP Henry Okoye, Police Public Relations, Imo State Command, said the Commissioner of Police immediately mobilized to the scene for an on-the-spot assessment, evacuated the bodies of the deceased, and deposited them at the mortuary for preservation.
The injured victim was rushed to a nearby hospital and is currently responding to treatment.
He said, “The Commissioner of Police expressed sadness over the unfortunate incident and vowed that the Command will leave no stone unturned in ensuring that the perpetrators are all arrested and brought to justice, stressing that the miscreants responsible for the senseless attack have murdered peace.
“The tragic incident serves as a painful reminder of the daily risks and sacrifices Police officers embrace in their unwavering commitment to public safety.
“CP Aboki Danjuma commiserates with the families of the deceased victims and prayed for the repose of their souls.”
