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Two Officers Injured, Police Inspector Missing In Akwa-ibom Sea Pirate Clash

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Two Officers Injured, Police Inspector Missing In Akwa-ibom Sea Pirate Clash

Following a violent encounter with suspected sea pirates along the Oron-Calabar waterways corridor, Inspector Udi Emenyi of the Akwa Ibom Police Command has been declared missing, and two other officers injured.

This was declared by DSP Timfon John, the Police Public Relations Officer, Akwa Ibom Command, on Monday. According to him, the incident occurred on 11 January at approximately 1pm.

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“The patrol team, during routine operation, came under heavy attack from the criminals who were armed and dressed in military camouflage,” she stated.

“The assailants, numbering about 24 and operating in three speedboats, attempted to overpower our officers in a gun duel. Our officers put up a brave fight but sustained losses.

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“Two officers, Inspector Sunday Usuyak and Inspector Edet Enenyi, sustained gunshots and are receiving medical attention. One officer, Inspector Udi Emenyi, is currently unaccounted for.”

“The Command has deployed a specialised search and rescue team, with the Nigerian Navy and other security agencies collaborating in the operations.

The police said the Commissioner of Police, Baba Mohammed Azare, had visited the scene and assured residents of heightened security.

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“Residents are urged to provide credible information to assist ongoing efforts, with updates promised as developments unfold,” the police noted.

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