The police say a large number of bandits attacked a divisonal headquarters with the intent to loot its armoury.
The police have confirmed three officers injured after armed bandits on Friday attacked the Maraban Jos Divisional Headquarters inThe police spokesperson in the state, Muhammed Jalige, said the gunmen attacked the facility at 11 a.m. on a mission to loot the armoury.
Mr Jalige added that the guards “were able to secure the amoury, the entire station and other adjoining facilities at the division. “Sadly, one Inspector and two Special Constabulary personnel sustained varying degrees of injuries and are currently receiving medical treatment. “Investigation into the incident has since commenced using the available evidence recovered from the scene as effort is geared towards apprehending the fleeing hoodlums.
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