Armed arsonists attacked the Ogbaru Local Government Area Headquarters Secretariat, setting four patrol vehicles ablaze.
The Commissioner of Police for Anambra State, CP Nnaghe Obono Itam, has vehemently condemned the attack, labeling it an act of cowardice. Remarkably, no casualties were reported in the incident.
According to initial reports, the assailants, numbering several and arriving on motorcycles and in a vehicle, opened fire indiscriminately upon arrival. The local Vigilante Operatives mounted a strong defense against the attackers, holding them at bay until the police response team arrived. Overwhelmed by the superior firepower of the security forces, the gunmen fled, leaving behind a trail of destruction.
Despite the swift response, four operational vehicles belonging to the vigilantes were engulfed in flames and suffered severe damage.
In the wake of the attack, the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Operations spearheaded a joint security force, including members of the Army and Navy, to conduct an immediate on-the-spot assessment of the situation. The combined security forces have launched ongoing operations to track down and apprehend the perpetrators.
CP Itam commended the bravery and resilience of the security operatives involved, reaffirming the commitment of the Anambra State Police Command to maintaining public safety. He assured residents that enhanced collaborative efforts with various security agencies will continue to combat criminal activities in the state.
This incident underscores the ongoing challenges faced by security forces in Anambra and the critical importance of community vigilance and cooperation in ensuring the safety and security of all residents.
