Police Officer Killed By Suspected Cultists In Delta

The police officer was shot lifeless by 4 gunmen suspected to be cultists at his residence within the early hours of Wednesday, August 3, 2022.

The arrested suspects

A police officer recognized as ASP David Igbinovia has been killed in Ime-Obi Agbor in Ika South Native Authorities Space of Delta State.

The slain officer was shot lifeless by 4 gunmen suspected to be cultists at his residence within the early hours of Wednesday, August 3, 2022.

It was gathered that the officer who hails from Ughada neighborhood in Edo State, was washing his Toyota Camry automobile at his residence when the gunmen opened hearth on him.

Nonetheless, 4 members of the gang have been apprehended by members of Anti-Cult Volunteer Corps, Agbor division that acted swiftly having heard the gunshots.

The officer was additionally stated to have attended the burial ceremony of his late brother the day past at his residence city.

ASP Igbinovia earlier than his dying served at Ihi Division of Edo State. He was aged 62.

The suspects have been transferred to the headquarters of the Delta State Police Command for additional investigation.

Spokesperson of the command, DSP Vivid Edafe , who confirmed the incident to The Nation stated 4 suspects have been arrested.