Unknown gunmen have attacked a police divisional headquarters in Umuahia, Abia State capital.
The attack on the police facility located at the Trademore Estate in Umuahia, was carried out at about 9:45am on Sunday.
According to reports, during the attack, one of the police officers on duty sustained an injury and has been taken to a hospital for treatment.
The Police Public Relation Officer in the state, Geoffrey Ogbonna, confirmed the attack on the station to Channels Television.
“Yes, there was an attack on Mike Okiro Divisional Police Headquarters. We are investigating and the outcome will be made public,” he stated.
According to him, the hoodlums arrived in four vehicles – a hummer bus and three Toyota Sienna van, as well as two motorcycles.
The command’s spokesman noted that the attackers set ablaze documents in the offices and destroyed police vehicles and motorcycles, among other valuables.
He, however, appealed to residents, especially those in the area to support the police with useful information that would assist the apprehending the suspects.
