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Robbers attack bullion van in Imo

There was panic in Ogbor Nguru in the Aboh Mbaise Local Government Area of Imo State, on Thursday, as armed robbers attack a bullion van in the community.

It was gathered that the van somersaulted when the driver tried to evade bullets from the armed robbers.

The incident was confirmed by the Imo State Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Michael Abatham, noting that the police were on the trail of the assailants.

Abatham stated that information on the attack currently remain sketchy.

The police spokesperson said: “Sketchy information revealed that the bullion van was returning after delivering money and was attacked by hoodlums.

“The driver on noticing it tried to escaped unfortunately, his vehicle capsized. No money was carted away please.”

The Star

Segun Ojo

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