Tension has risen in Asagba Ogwashi, located in the Aniocha South Local Government Area of Delta State, following an attack by gunmen who invaded a church, shot a pastor, and abducted six worshippers.
According to report, the assailants stormed the Elyon Paradise Ministry Church during a Friday night vigil.
It was reported that the gunmen rounded up six church members and whisked them away to an unknown location.
The gunmen, it reported shot a pastor identified as Apostle Divine Omodia, and cut off two of his fingers and abducted six members of the church.
“They shot the pastor, cut off his fingers, and took six church members away.
“The pastor was rushed to the hospital, where several medical personnel battled to save his life.
“Till today, Sunday, the kidnappers have not called to demand a ransom for the release of the abducted victims,” the source said.
The Police Public Relations Officer of the State Command, SP Bright Edafe, confirmed the incident on Sunday.
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