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Some unknown gunmen invaded a riverside town of Peremabiri in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa State on Sunday, destroying properties worth millions of naira.
According to several sources, the heavily armed invaders stormed the community in five speedboats and embarked on a shooting spree causing residents to scamper for safety.
The attack is the latest in the series of attacks unknown gunmen have carried out on selected targets in the predominantly fishing and farming settlement.
The Spokesman of the State Police Command, Mr Butswat Ansimi has confirmed the incident.
He said: “preliminary investigations revealed that on 3rd January 2021 at about 0700 hours unknown gunmen invaded Peremabiri, a riverine community in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area.
“The motive for the attack is unknown at the moment, however the residence of one Marcus Richard was set ablaze.
“The Command has despatched reinforcement of Police Marine and detectives from State Criminal Investigation Department to beef up security in the area. Investigation into the incident is ongoing.
“Efforts are on by the State government to invite notable leaders from the community for a peace meeting.”