Imo Police foils attack by suspected IPOB/ESN members, kill one

The Imo State Police Command successfully repelled an attempted attack by suspected members of the Eastern Security Network (ESN), linked to the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), on Tuesday, October 29, 2024.

According to Henry Okoye, the State Police Public Relations Officer, in a statement on Wednesday, the Counter Terrorism Unit thwarted the assault during a routine patrol on the Owerri/Aba Road, near Owerri Airport.

Approximately ten assailants launched the attack from two vehicles but were repelled by the police, resulting in the death of one suspect. The police recovered an AK-47 rifle, fifteen rounds of 9.62mm ammunition, an IPOB/ESN flag, and the abandoned operational vehicle – a Mercedes Jeep with Lagos registration number AAA 101 GR.

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“We urge the public to report anyone seeking medical treatment for gunshot wounds,” said Commissioner of Police, CP Aboki Danjuma, emphasizing the Command’s commitment to public safety.

“Reports can be made to the police or via the hotline 0803 477 3600.” The police are conducting ongoing operations to locate the remaining suspects, including searches of nearby areas.

This incident is not isolated, as there have been previous attempts by suspected IPOB/ESN members to attack government facilities and individuals in Imo State.

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