Unknown gunmen storm police station, kill officers, civilians in Anambra

Barely 48 hours after the gruesome murder of Dr Chike Akunyili, unknown gunmen have killed policemen and civilians in Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State.

According to eyewitnesses, the assailants stormed Ajalli Police Station in multiple vehicles on Thursday afternoon and opened fire on the officers.

Ajalli is the headquarters of Orumba North Local Government Area.

Footage of the attack showed the police building on fire with some people trapped inside.

Residents were trying to break them free with different items and tools.

DAILY POST reported that body of one of the officers was seen on the floor. There was a bullet hole at the back of his head, an indication that he was killed in an execution-style.

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