BREAKING: One killed as security forces repel attack on Imo police command headquarters

Security forces on Sunday morning repelled an attempted attack on Imo State Police Command headquarters and other institutions in Owerri, the state capital

It was gathered that the development caused scare and panic in Owerri as repeated gunshots rent the air.

It was also learnt that one of the attackers was killed by security operatives during the attack.

The Spokesman for the state Police Command, Bala Elkana, confirmed the attack, saying it was foiled by security operatives.

While he asked residents to go about their lawful businesses, Elkana, explained that the heavy presence of security operatives in town was to secure the state capital.

Elkana said; “The heavy Police presence and vigilance has helped in stopping an attempt by some hoodlums this morning to disrupt the beautiful Sunday in Owerri.

“Hoodlums masquerading as unknown gunmen attempted an attack on the Police Headquarters this morning but suffered a huge defeat. They made effort to access the Police Headquarters through Works Layout around Avan Nursery and Primary School but were vehemently repelled.”