February 20, (THEWILL) – Operatives of the Anambra State Police Command, on Monday, neutralised three gunmen during a failed attack on Awada Police Station, near Obosi.
This is coming just twenty-four hours after five gunmen were killed by joint security operatives following another failed attack on 33 Police Divisional Headquarters, in Nkwelle-Ezunaka, Oyi Local Government Area of the State on Sunday.
Confirming the latest incident, Christian Aburime, Press Secretary to the Governor, in a statement, said two AK 47 and vehicles used for the failed operation were recovered.
Titled “End of the Road For Another Gang of Murderers and Arsonists,” the statement read: “Again, in the early hours of today, 20/02/23 these evil people, arsonists and murderers (UGM), made another deadly attempt to burn down Awada Police Station, near Obosi, Anambra State.
“They were repelled by gallant security personnel with 3 members of the gang taken down after exchange of gun battle
“Two AK 47 were recovered with the vehicles used for the failed operation by the gang.”
