Tragedy in Ebonyi: gunmen killed a man, set his body on fire, police responded

• The Ebonyi State Police Command has confirmed the killing of 48-year-old Michael Nnaji in Amaka Ngbo.
• Eyewitnesses said two assailants arrived on a motorcycle, attacked Nnaji while he was at home and fled the scene after the gruesome act.
• Police Public Relations Officer DSP Joshua Ukandu said investigations were ongoing.

Amaka Ngbo, Ebonyi State – The Ebonyi State Police Command has confirmed the gruesome murder of 48-year-old Michael Nnaji, a native of Amuri in Nkanu Local Government Area, Enugu State.

The incident occurred late on Tuesday, October 29, in the Amaka Ngbo community where Nnaji lived.

Reacting to the development, Police Public Relations Officer DSP Joshua Ukandu said:

“Yes, my brother. The Ohaukwu police officer called me and informed me of this; and immediately our people moved to the scene.”

He added that police have launched an investigation but have not yet made any arrests.

Horrific details of the attack

According to eyewitnesses, Nnaji was attacked by two masked armed men who arrived on a motorcycle at about 9:45 p.m., The Punch reported.

A family source, who wished to remain anonymous, said: “We were in the store when two masked young men burst into the complex.

“One came in through the front door and the other came in through the back door. They snuck into the living room where Mike was relaxing and shot him twice.”

A witness who narrowly escaped the attackers described the chaos that followed:

“As soon as I heard the shot, I ran out, but one of them grabbed me, took my phone and dragged me into the house.

“I managed to free myself and ran to a nearby complex. Most of the residents fled the scene, leaving Mike with the gunmen.”

After shooting Nnaji, the assailants set his body on fire in the house and then fled the scene, The Vanguard.

A family source lamented the lack of help during the attack, saying:

“Out of fear, no one came to help, and his corpse was badly burned. Many household items were also completely destroyed.”

Nnaji, known for his cheerful personality and involvement in local security, lived in the area for many years.

A family member expressed disbelief at the brutal act, saying:

“He was a quiet and cheerful person. I can’t understand why anyone would do this to him.”

DSP Ukandu assured the public that the police would conduct a thorough investigation into the crime, vowing to apprehend and bring to justice the culprits.

“We are committed to restoring peace and security to the community,” he said.

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Muyiwa Adejobi, Public Relations Officer (PRO) NPFHe announced this at a press conference.

Source: Legit.ng