Police Station Burnt Down In Imo
The report says an irate mob has openly reacted over the loss of a young man killed by a police officer, and burnt down a police station in Imo State on Monday.
Following the incident, a witness said that an accidental discharge by an officer of Otoko Police Division in the Obowo Local Government Area killed the young man.
“A police officer mistakenly killed a man who was about 25 years old and the people have been very angry about it,” another witness said.
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The mob reportedly ransacked the police station and took away weapons and other valuables at about 2:30 p.m.
It was not immediately clear if officers were wounded or killed during the violence.
Other press men met with the police spokesperson in the state as to confirm the incident, details are still being expected.
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