A tragic event occurred in Atta Ikeduru Local Government Area of Imo State when abductors shot dead a man in his 30s as he tried to escape their clutches.
The victim was followed by the kidnappers to a petrol station at Umuololo Village on Wednesday, where they attempted to force him into their vehicle.
In a desperate effort to flee, the man broke free and ran for his life.
However, the kidnappers pursued him, firing multiple shots that ultimately caused his death.
Eyewitnesses reported that officers from the Ikeduru police division arrived at the scene two days later and took the body to a mortuary.
Imo Police spokesman Henry Okoye confirmed the incident on Friday, stating, “The Command is aware of this unfortunate incident that happened on 21/05/2025 and has launched a detailed investigation to apprehend the miscreants responsible for his untimely death.”
