A group of hoodlums have reportedly beheaded a police inspector identified as Osang on Wednesday night in Akwa Ibom.
According to reports, the victim was attacked by over 10 assailants at his private residence around Enen Afaha and Afaha Ube, a suburb within Uyo metropolis.
An eyewitness reported that there was heavy shooting as residents and passersby scampered for safety.
The State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Odiko Mac-Don confirmed the incident, describing it as very unfortunate.
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He said:
“We have received that information and it is an unfortunate situation.
“Already, an investigation is ongoing and we are committed to ridding the streets of criminal elements.
“Again, we are not deterred and we are committed to ensuring that, criminally minded persons will account for their actions.”