Two police operatives have been killed by an improvised explosive device detonated by unidentified gunmen in Uruagu, a community in Nnewi North Local Government Area of Anambra State.
The Spokesman for the Anambra State Police Command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga who confirmed the incident, said it occurred in the early hours of Thursday while the officers were on investigation duties.
The attackers were said to have launched a surprise attack on the police officers, leading to a fierce gun battle.
The assailant then reportedly hurled an IED at the police team, which exploded, killing two officers instantly.
“During the exchange of gunfire, the hoodlums tossed an IED at the operatives, and it detonated, killing two of them on the spot,” a source disclosed.
