The Anambra state police command has debunked reports claiming the house of the state governor, Charles Soludo, in Ekwulobia was attacked by unknown gunmen.
A statement released by DSP Tochukwu Ikenga, spokesperson of the state police command, said Soludo’s house was not attacked by the rampaging gunmen adding that it was the police observation point along Ekwulobia expressway that was attacked in the late hours of Thursday, April 14.
“To set the records straight, Police observation point along Ekwulobia expressway came under attack late hours of yesterday 14/4/2022.
“The Mobile personnel posted at the point, Gallantly repelled the attack but unfortunately three of them sustained gun shot injury during the gun battle with the hoodlums.
“Following the quick deployment of operatives in the area by the command, calm has since returned in the area.
“Meanwhile Operation is still ongoing. Further details shall be communicated,” he said.
Earlier report said a policeman was killed by the gunmen in Isuofia, during an attack on a checkpoint in the area.
