ell was let loose on Zik’s Avenue in Awka, Anambra State capital, on Saturday, as gunshots fired by suspected rival cultists rent the air.
The terrifying incident got people scampering actoss the streets for safety.
Spokesperson of the Anambra State Police Command, DSP Ikenga Tochukwu, confirmed the incident to newsmen.
He said police patrol had been beefed up in the area, while efforts were also being made to apprehend the suspects.
“Following the sound of gun shots by Zik Avenue, Awka, police patrol has been intensified in Awka.
“Preliminary information reveals that the shooting was as a result of cult related clash.
“The situation is closely being monitored and further development shall be communicated please,” Ikenga said.
He further advised Anambra people to remain security conscious and continue to provide the Police with useful information that would assist them to effectively track down criminal elements in the state.
He also encouraged the residents to learn to use the “NPF Rescue Me App” for reporting issues and suspicious movements in their areas to the police.
“They (residents) are encouraged to report suspicious person(s)or movement(s) to the nearest Police Station or through the Command Emergency numbers 112 or call 07039194332 for prompt response.
“The ‘NPF Rescue Me App’ is also available for free download on both Android and Apple IOS, for Android and Iphone users respectively,” he added.
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