BY Karen James
In a swift response to an incident of armed criminal activity, the Anambra State Police Command has successfully repelled and dispersed armed hoodlums at Uli community, within the precinct of the Uli Campus of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University. The operatives of the command are currently on the trail of the perpetrators.
Eyewitness accounts reveal that the gunmen unleashed a barrage of indiscriminate and unprovoked gunfire, causing panic among the law-abiding residents of the community. Fortunately, no casualties were recorded, and order has been fully restored in the area.
Following the incident, the command has taken immediate action to reinforce security in the university and its surroundings. Additional operatives, operational resources, and intelligence personnel have been deployed to ensure the safety and security of the community.
DCP Fidelis Ogarabe, the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Finance and Administration and the acting Commissioner of Police for Anambra State, has ordered the operatives to spare no effort in apprehending the criminals responsible for the attack. He emphasizes the unwavering commitment of the command to maintaining law and order and ensuring the security and safety of all residents of the community and the state as a whole.
To aid in the reporting of any distressing incidents, the public is urged to contact the Command Control Room at 07039194332 or the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) at 08039334002. Additionally, the ‘NPF Rescue Me App’ is available for use on Android and Apple iOS phones to make reports.
The Anambra State Police Command remains steadfast in its mission to maintain peace and tranquility in the state and urges the cooperation and support of the public in its efforts to curb criminal activities and safeguard the well-being of the community.
Anambra Police Repels And Disperse Armed Hoodlums At Uli, Reinforces Security In The Community
