Three members of the Anambra State Vigilante Group on Wednesday in Onitsha, the commercial city of Anambra state, sustained various degree of injuries following a clash between men of the Nigeria Police Force and the group.
According to the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, SP Haruna Mohammed, who disclosed this in a press statement said; On Tuesday, 17/9/2019 at about 1:30 pm, there was an altercation between Policemen who went on inquiry at “our lord plaza” in Onitsha Main Market were some Vigilante group engage them in a fight.
He said as a result of the brawl a Vigilante member was shot in the leg and two other persons sustained injuries.
“Both victims were taken to the hospital and are responding to treatment.
He noted that the situation was brought under control through the concerted efforts of the Police led by the Area Commander Onitsha and market leaders.
“Also normalcy has been restored and people are going about their lawful business.
Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police CP John B.Abang has ordered for a discreet investigation to ascertain circumstances surrounding the incident after which perpetrators will be brought to book, the statement concluded.
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