According to reports reaching oyogist.com, operatives of the Ebube-Agu security outfit in imo reportedly invaded Amankwo community, shooting sporadically and destroying several properties.
Residents told reporters that the local security operatives also set ablaze a market in the community known as Nkwo-Idemili.
A couple was said to be among those killed during the attack on the community.
The incident also resulted in serious panic as residents ran into neighboring villages for safety.
A resident while confirming the attack said in an interview;
“Hope Uzodimma’s so-called Ebubeagu descended on the market in my community on Monday, torched and razed down the timber section of the market.
“The attack continued till last night (Thursday) and left a couple and many others dead. The town is deserted now.
“This is daily occurrence in all neighboring towns in my local government of Orsu. Everyone is living in fear. Please help us beg the government to stop these siege and senseless killings,”.
