Three officers have been killed and two others injured after gunmen invaded the Onueke Police Station in Ezza Local Government Area of Ebonyi State.
The policemen were attacked by suspected gunmen who stormed the police station on Friday night.
Confirming the development, Spokesperson, Ebonyi State Police Command, DSP Loveth Odah said investigations are underway to apprehend the perpetrators.
She said some arrests have been made while efforts are still on to apprehend others at large.
DSP Odah, disclosed that the gunmen invaded the police station and opened fire on the officers on duty which led to the killing of three policemen and injuring two others.
A woman who was said to be in her house within the premises of the police station was also killed.
DSP Odah, said normalcy has since returned to the area, pointing out that the situation is now under control.