Gunmen on Wednesday attacked and killed two officers of the Nigerian Correctional Service, NCS, who were on patrol in Okigwe town. DAILY NIGERIAN reports.

According to DAILY NIGERIAN, the attack happened at Umulolo in Okigwe area of the state.

An eyewitness who pleaded anonymity told NAN that the officers who are yet to be identified, were part of a joint security task force team in the area.

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The source said the deceased officers were on patrol when they were ambushed by the gunmen.

The source added that they took off from Owerri in two Hilux vans for the day’s job before the incident. Information Guide Nigeria

“The attackers ambushed them and threw dynamites inside their vehicles. jamb results

“The two officers died on the spot while others were rushed to the hospital.

When contacted, the spokesperson for the NCS, Goodluck Uboegbulem, confirmed the incident, but added that the service was yet to get full report on the incident.