Two policemen killed in bank robbery in Okene, Kogi State

A gang of four suspected robbers attacked a commercial bank in Okene, Kogi State, on Friday, killing two policemen in their attempt to break into the banking hall.


An eyewitness said the gunmen arrived at the bank premises at about 8.55am shooting in all directions.

The source explained that though security operatives at the bank foiled the attempt of the robbers to enter the bank, two policemen were killed in the gun duel between the hoodlums and security operatives.

The Police Public Relation Officer of the Kogi State Command, Mr. Sola Adebayo, confirmed the attack and the killing of the two policemen.

The PPRO said the police would commence investigation into the robbery attempt with a view to apprehending the perpetrators.

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