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Southeastposts has learnt that suspected armed herders have invaded Amakohia-Ubi community in Owerri West Local Government Area of Imo State, killing one vigilante leader dead while others remain missing.
It was gathered that the incident, which was said to have taken place on Wednesday evening, caused panic and led to mass exodus of residents who fled to neighbouring communities for safety.
A villager who spoke to journalists and identified himself as Mr Paul, said the slain vigilante leader, identified as Monday Nwaozuzu, alias Ojo Ola, was gunned down during the confrontation.
He said, “The dead, wounded, and missing persons are all members of our community vigilante group.
According to him, “Monday Nwaozuzu was gunned down by the herdsmen, while others are still missing or wounded. At least three members of the vigilante were caught up in the clash.”
Meanwhile, the Imo State Police Command is yet to confirm if the incident happened and number of causalities.
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