Insecurity: Gunmen storm Police Station, took away ammunition

The the Divisional Police Station, Kolo located at Ogbia Local Government area of Bayelsa State, was attacked today by unknown gunmen, killing one police officer and left many others injured.

It was gathered that these unknown gunmen, after killing the policeman ransacked the whole station and cart away with some ammunition.

Residents said the gunmen numbering six, shot at a police team searching vehicles in front of the station.

The deceased was said to have been rushed to the hospital where he received medical attention but later died.

Spokesman for the state police command, Asinim Butswat confirmed the incident.

He said the police have launched a tactical investigation into the incident.

“Yes, it happened at Divisional Police Station, Kolo, Ogbia, a police Inspector was killed, not a sergeant,” Butswat said.

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