Two die, three injured as hoodlums attack APC members at Ondo LG congress
The police command in Ondo State has said two died while three sustained varying degrees of injury during the All Progressive Congress (APC) ward congress in the state.
The state police spokesperson, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, said in a statement on Wednesday in Akure that the incident happened in Idanre, Idanre Local Government Area of the state.
Mr Jimoh, who said no arrest had been made, explained that tactical teams had been deployed to secure the area to protect lives and property, and forestall any further breakdown of law and order.
According to him, the command received a distress call from the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) Idanre, regarding violent acts perpetrated by a group of individuals within the state on February 18 at about 1105hrs.
He said the report necessitated prompt response from officers of the command.
He stated, “In a swift reaction, the state Commissioner of Police, Adebowale Lawal, immediately deployed tactical teams to reinforce the existing security apparatus on ground.
“Subsequently, Lawal, alongside the state Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Oluyemi Ibiloye, led a combined team of security operatives to the scene. Their timely intervention ensured the restoration of peace and order in the affected area.
“During the incident, five persons yet to be identified were reportedly attacked, and a vehicle was set ablaze. Three victims sustained varying degrees of injuries and are currently receiving medical attention, while two others were confirmed dead at the hospital.”
The spokesperson said the CP also visited the injured victims to assess their condition and assured them of the command’s support.
He added that investigations were ongoing to unravel the circumstances surrounding the attack and to apprehend those responsible for the act.
He noted, “The command urges the good people of Ondo State to remain calm and continue their lawful activities without fear or panic. Adequate security measures have been put in place to ensure sustained peace and stability across the state.”
(NAN)
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