On Friday, the Anambra State Police Command stated that the killings that occurred at Ifite-Awka, near the Nnamdi Azikiwe University school gate on Thursday, were not targeted at any ethnic or religious groups, News About Nigeria reports.
Recall that, some unknown assailants suspected to be cultists killed fewer than nine persons, and several others were injured.
Speaking on the attack in a statement on Friday, the command’s spokesman, Tochukwu Ikenga, noted that the hoodlums invaded the area and started shooting in an attempt to escape being arrested by the police.
He further stated that the police are working tirelessly towards ensuring that the perpetrators of the heinous act are brought to book.
He said, “Anambra State Police command today 25/10/2024 intercepted a protest video on the unfortunate incident that happened at Ifite Awka on Thursday, 24/10/2024, that recorded the murder of five persons and three others seriously injured; wishes to state that it is not targeted at any ethnic or religious groups. To set the records straight, preliminary information revealed that the armed men started shooting sporadically in an attempt to escape when police were alerted of their evil plan in the area.
“The command not wanting to join issues with anyone or group remains committed to the ongoing operational patrols, improved security dominance, and surveillance targeted to enhance safety and nip to the board of such or any related incident in the state. While we commiserate with the families and friends of the victims, we assure that unlike other incidents recorded in the past and some of the miscreants involved were arrested and justice served, we will not rest until the perpetrators of this heinous crime are brought to book.”
