Two policemen were on Tuesday shot dead as gunmen attacked the Abia State Commissioner for Trade and Investment, Dr. Chimezie Isaac Ukaegbu.
A statement issued by the spokesperson, Abia State Police Command, ASP Maureen Chioma Chinaka, said at approximately 4.00pm on Tuesday, a distressing incident occurred at SAMEC, located near Faulks Road in Aba.
She said a group of hoodlums launched an attack on the convoy of the Commissioner for Trade, Commerce, and Industry during the Commissioner’s familiarization tour to markets in the Aba metropolis.
Chinaka stated that the convoy was en-route Ekeoha shopping plaza when the armed assailants opened fire.
“Regrettably, amidst the chaos, two police officers lost their lives in the line of duty. A police constable who was part of the security convoy, was fatally shot.
“Additionally, a police inspector who was not initially part of the convoy but happened to be on a separate assignment with a police Hilux, also met the scene and tragically lost his life. Furthermore, the hoodlums set ablaze a vehicle belonging to the Ministry for Trade, Commerce, and Investment,” she explained.
However, she said the Commissioner of Police assured the public that every possible effort would be exerted as discreet investigations were ongoing to ensure justice is served.
“We condemn this cowardly act of violence and remain steadfast in our resolve to bring the perpetrators to justice.
“We urge the public to remain calm, vigilant, and cooperate fully with law enforcement agencies. Any information, regardless of how insignificant it may seem, could prove pivotal in identifying and apprehending the culprits responsible for this heinous act,”
“In conclusion, we emphasize our unwavering commitment to pursuing justice and upholding the triumph of good over evil. Together, as a united community, we shall prevail against such senseless acts of violence,” she said quoted the commissioner as saying.
