The Imo State Police Command has initiated a manhunt for the killers of Eze Umucheke’s cabinet members.
Unidentified assailants shot and killed eight people on Saturday, leaving three others seriously wounded in the attack.
Commissioner of Police, Aboki Danjuma, visited the Umucheke Community in Onuimo Local Government Area, where the tragic incident took place. Accompanied by representatives from other security agencies and local vigilantes, Danjuma vowed to apprehend the perpetrators.
Danjuma condemned the killings as “barbaric, inhumane, and senseless” and extended his condolences to the families of the victims. He assured the community that the Command’s tactical unit would be stationed there permanently to prevent further attacks.
Preliminary investigations indicate that six gunmen, suspected to be members of the proscribed IPOB/ESN, carried out the attack on three motorcycles.
The CP urged residents to report any suspicious activities to the police, stressing the importance of community involvement in combating violent crimes.
He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to enhancing the safety, security, and well-being of Imo State residents, which is vital for economic growth and prosperity.