DAILY TRUST
A police inspector simply identified as Osang has been beheaded by hoodlums in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
It was gathered that the victim was attacked by over 10 assailants at his house around Enen Afaha and Afaha Ube, an Uyo suburb, on Wednesday night.
Eyewitnesses said residents and passersby scampered for safety following heavy shooting by the hoodlums.
Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Odiko Macdon, confirmed the incident saying, the Command received the news of the murder.
“We have received that information and it is an unfortunate situation. Already, an investigation is ongoing and we are committed to ridding the streets of criminal elements.
“Again, we are not deterred and we are committed to ensuring that, criminally minded persons will account for their actions,” he stated.
Meanwhile, Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has warned criminals not to test the resolve of his administration regarding security matters.
Speaking during a valedictory gala to honour some service commanders transferred from the state, and newly promoted Military Generals from Akwa Ibom, Eno warned criminals to stay away from the state.
