Policeman at Ebonyi checkpoint possibly killed in attack by unknown gunmen

Gunmen of unknown identity carried out a brazen assault on a police checkpoint situated along the Abakaliki-Enugu expressway, resulting in the destruction of a police patrol van that was set ablaze.

The incident took place at the Ishieke Junction, which is located on the outskirts of Abakaliki metropolis.

According to sources familiar with the matter, the gunmen not only killed one police officer but also abducted another during the audacious attack.

However, the accuracy of these details could not be confirmed at the time of reporting.

The state’s Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Joshua Ukandu, acknowledged the occurrence of the attack but admitted that the specific details surrounding the incident remained unclear.

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He emphasized the need to gather accurate information before providing further updates.

DSP Ukandu stated, “I have received preliminary information about the attack at the checkpoint, but I am currently in the process of verifying the facts.

I cannot provide additional information until I have all the necessary details.”