FCT police foil robbery attempt in Apo Resettlement
Operatives of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Interpret maintain foiled a theft strive in the Zone E Extension location of Apo Resettlement, Abuja.
The incident, which occurred spherical 10:30 PM on June 23, 2025, left three persons injured, with one victim later confirmed dumb.
The swift response became once coordinated below the leadership of the Commissioner of Police, CP Ajao Adewale.
Performing on a hurt name from a commercial bike rider reporting heavy gunfire, the Divisional Police Officer of Apo Division, CSP Uchenna Igwebuike, straight away deployed Ambush and Surveillance Groups to the scene. A reinforcement led by the Deputy Commissioner of Police responsible of operations, DCP Isyaku Sharu, additionally joined, forcing the assailants to cruise after a gun duel.
A joint manhunt operation involving police personnel and native vigilantes is at level to underway to apprehend the fleeing suspects.
Meanwhile, three victims injured by the attackers were taken to Sahad Clinic, Apo. One later succumbed to his accidents. A light-weight green Toyota Corolla with plate quantity GWA 620 AU became once recovered from the scene.
Commissioner Adewale expressed condolences to the family of the deceased and assured residents of the disclose’s unwavering commitment to safety and safety.
He additionally entreated the overall public, in particular residents in and spherical Apo Resettlement, to dispute anybody with gunshot wounds or suspicious accidents.
The disclose’s emergency numbers are 08032003913 and 08028940883.
