The Police in Gombe say three policemen and two civilians have been killed during attack on Triacta Construction Company’s quarters by gunmen in Buba Shango area of Gombe metropolis.
Gunmen kill 3 policemen, 2 civilians
“For now, we are not going to pre-empt the investigators, we are waiting for them to carry out their duties to logical conclusion and to let you know”, he said.
Gunmen kill 3 policemen, 2 civilians in Gombe
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DSP Fwaje Atajiri, Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), confirmed the attack while speaking with newsmen in Gombe on Monday.
He said the incident occurred on Saturday night and investigation into the matter had commenced.
According to him, the officers lost their lives while trying to repel the attack. Their guns were found.
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News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), learnt that the two civilians were a security guard and a generator operator in the residence.
It was further learnt that the contractors had travelled for Christmas and New Year celebrations.
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