Suspect dies in police, robbers’ shoot-out in Enugu

The Police command in Enugu State has foiled a robbery attempt, killed one suspect, and recovered firearms, ammunition, and other exhibits from the crime scene.
The command’s spokesman, SP Daniel Ndukwe, stated this in a statement on Friday that the incident happened around 4:10 a.m. on August 6 in Enugu.
Mr Ndukwe stated that a distress call alerted the Independence Layout Police Division to a robbery in progress at Premier Layout, Enugu.
He noted that in swift response, the Divisional Police Officer mobilised police operatives and members of the Neighbourhood Watch Group to the scene.
He stated, “On sighting the operatives, the gang opened fire. The team returned fire, killing one suspect. Others escaped. The dead suspect’s identity is unknown. A search of the area and the suspect’s body yielded a cut-to-size locally made single-barrel gun and one live cartridge. Also recovered were a locally fabricated Beretta pistol, one live round of ammunition, and a Nokia torch-button phone belonging to the suspect. Other items included two iPhones belonging to victims, a red-and-black torchlight, a small red bag, and ₦9,000 in ₦1,000 notes.’’
Mr Ndukwe added that further investigations led to the recovery of a pump-action gun with four live cartridges.
He added, “The weapon was found abandoned near the scene and believed to have been left by fleeing gang members. The Commissioner of Police, Mamman Giwa, praised the operatives’ bravery and professionalism during the operation.’’
He reaffirmed the command’s determination to tackle violent crime and maintain public safety across Enugu State.
He urged residents to stay alert and share credible information to support proactive policing efforts in their communities.
Mr Ndukwe urged residents to report incidents to the nearest station, call 08032003702 or 08086671202, or contact the command centre via 112.
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