Three people lost their lives and several others were injured following a brutal attack on Agwa Community in Oguta Local Government Area of Imo State on June 4, 2025. The Imo State Police Command has vowed to apprehend those responsible for the violence, as confirmed by the Command’s spokesperson, Henry Okoye.
A tactical unit, alongside other security operatives and local vigilante groups, has been deployed to track down the suspected hoodlums behind the fresh wave of violence. The police have intensified search operations targeting forested areas, bushes, and known criminal hideouts believed to harbor the perpetrators.
State Commissioner of Police Aboki Danjuma condemned the attacks, describing them as senseless and an affront on law-abiding residents. He mandated a thorough investigation by the State Criminal Investigation Department to uncover the circumstances that led to the violent outbreak.
The police leadership extended condolences to the families and friends of the victims while reaffirming their commitment to ensuring the safety of the affected communities through enhanced security patrols and proactive measures.
The Command has called on the public to provide credible information that could aid in the swift arrest of those responsible. Community cooperation is viewed as crucial in dismantling the criminal networks fueling the unrest in Oguta LGA.
Security experts warn that the region’s fragile peace depends on decisive and timely law enforcement responses, while local residents express growing anxiety over the frequency of attacks that threaten their daily lives.
As investigations continue, authorities remain vigilant, deploying resources and intelligence to restore stability in Agwa and prevent further bloodshed in Imo State.
