Hyacinth Chinweuba
The Police in Anambra have averted who could have led to serious blood shed between two disputing communities.
Oriental News Nigeria reports that there was a report of crisis between Umueri and Aguleri Communities both in Anambra East LGA of Anambra State over a disputed area of land which both Communities were laying claim of ownership.
Following a distress call, the Command quickly dispatched joint Police teams comprising PMF/RRS and other Conventional Units in collaboration with other Security agencies led by the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of operations DCP Salman Dogo to the scene.Situation was brought under control, while joint patrol is still ongoing to restore normalcy in the affected areas.
According to spokesman of the Command, Mohammed Haruna no loss of lives and injuries have been reported. However, one building, four vehicles and two motorcycles were set ablaze by the warring factions.
Consequently, the Commissioner of Police CP John Abang has directed the State CID Awka to carry out discreet investigation in order to ascertain circumstances surrounding the incident and bring perpetrators to book.
The CP also warned both parties to maintain peace and explore all the legal avenues to resolve their grievances without resorting to violence.
He further assured both parties that he would contact the State Government to intervene in the matter in order to find lasting solution to the lingering problem.