ANAMBRA POLICE ACTION ON THE CULT CLASH THAT RESULTED IN THE FATAL INJURY OF FOUR PERSONS AT AFOR NAWFIA MARKET. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE
Five men suspected of running an online car sale scam were injured and arrested during a shootout with police in Midrand on Monday afternoon.
The suspects are alleged to have lured unsuspecting buyers through Facebook Marketplace. Police were tipped off by a potential victim who had previously fallen prey to a similar scam.
During an undercover operation, the suspects reportedly opened fire on officers, leading police to retaliate. All five men sustained injuries and were taken into custody. Two firearms were recovered at the scene.
One police officer was also injured in the leg during the exchange of fire and is currently receiving medical treatment.
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