The Enugu state police command has denied reports that the home of Frank Mba, deputy inspector-general of police (IGP), in Ezimo Udenu LGA of the state, was attacked.
On Sunday, there were reports that gunmen suspected to be kidnappers attacked Mba’s home in Enugu, killing a police officer on duty.
Reacting in a statement, Daniel Ndukwe, the state police spokesperson, said the reports were false.
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He added that no attempt was made to kidnap the IGP’s parents or relatives, as alleged in a viral social media post.
The spokesperson said contrary to the viral report, at about 8pm on September 18, police operatives on routine patrol within the Ezimo community responded to a distress call and repelled an armed robbery attack.
“Sadly, a police officer who sustained gunshot injuries during the ensuing shootout later died in the hospital, where he was confirmed dead by the attending doctor,” the statement reads.
“Meanwhile, one male suspect has been arrested and is assisting the police in the ongoing discreet investigation and manhunt for the fleeing suspects.”
Ndukwe said Mamman Bitrus Giwa, the commissioner of police, urged operatives to sustain the lead they had established in apprehending the fleeing suspects.
“He reiterates the unwavering commitment of the Command to combating isolated cases of violent crimes in Enugu State,” the statement reads.
