Imo State Police Withdraws IPOB Attack Claim, Suspect Killed in Owerri

On October 30, 2024By Karl

The Imo State Police Command has successfully repelled an attack by suspected members of the Eastern Security Network (ESN), which resulted in the death of one suspect.
The shooting occurred during a routine patrol along Owerri/Aba Road when police seized weapons and an abandoned vehicle.
Ongoing operations to locate the remaining suspects are ongoing and public safety is a top priority.

Imo State The Police Command announced on Wednesday that it has successfully repelled an attempted attack by suspected members of the Eastern Security Network (ESN), which is affiliated with the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB).

The shooting resulted in the death of one suspect. The State Police Public Relations Officer, Henry Okoye, gave details to journalists while displaying the body of the deceased suspect and recovered items at the command headquarters in Owerri.

Imo state police thwart alleged IPOB attack, one suspect killed. Photo credit: NurPhoto via Getty Images
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According to the police, the incident occurred on October 29, 2024, at around 18.30. Counter Terrorism Unit prevented the suspect’s attack IPOB/ESN terrorists During a routine patrol on Owerri/Aba Road near Owerri Airport.

ESN attack resulted in death

About ten attackers launched the attack from two vehicles but were repelled. While one suspect was neutralized in the conflict, the others abandoned their working vehicles (a Mercedes Jeep) and escaped with injuries. Lagos registration number AAA 101 GR.

Police seized an AK-47 rifle, fifteen rounds of 9.62 mm ammunition and one bullet. IPOB/ESN flagand abandoned vehicle. Operations, including searches in nearby areas, are continuing to find the remaining suspects.

The Commissioner of Police, CP Aboki Danjuma, emphasized the Command’s commitment to public safety, urging the public to report anyone seeking medical treatment for gunshot wounds. Reports can be made to the police or to the hotline on 0803 477 3600.

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