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Gunmen kill 6, injure 2 at Kwara motor park attack

 

 

Tragedy struck when gunmen killed six persons and injured two others in a brutal attack at Ilesha Baruba Motor Park in Baruten LGA of Kwara State.

Spokesman for the Nigeria Police Command in Kwara State, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi confirmed the incident in a statement Sunday.

He revealed that the venomous attack on Monday was masterminded by about 10 gunmen who opened fire on fun seekers at the relaxation spot at about 2130hrs on that day.

He six persons —identified as Alhaji Ja’awire, AbdulJabar, Mohammed Nasamu, and three others—lost their lives, while two others sustained serious gunshot injuries.

The deceased have been deposited at the Ilesha Baruba morgue for autopsy, while the injured are receiving treatment, according to the police statement.

He revealed that investigation has been initiated, and full security measures have been implemented to ensure the perpetrators are brought to justice.

“An investigation has been initiated, and full security measures have been implemented to ensure the perpetrators are brought to justice.

The Police Command assured residents of both communities that full security architecture has been activated, including tactical teams, intensified surveillance, and intelligence-led operations aimed at restoring peace and order, according to him.

It also urged citizens to cooperate with law enforcement agencies.
Let it be made categorically clear that anyone aiding or abetting crime in any part of the State will face the full weight of the law.

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