Four people were killed and fifteen others injured on Thursday night after suspected cultists opened fire during a burial ceremony at Ezi Village, Ogidi, Idemili North Local Government Area.
According to the Anambra State Police Command, operatives from Ogidi Division, led by the Divisional Police Officer, responded immediately to a distress call and swiftly moved to the scene. Normalcy was restored, and the victims were evacuated to nearby hospitals for treatment. Sixteen expended cartridges were recovered as exhibits.
Preliminary investigations suggest the attack was linked to a clash between rival cult groups.
The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Ikioye Orutugu, condemned the act and assured residents that the Command is committed to tackling cult-related violence and all forms of criminality in the state.
In a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the Command urged residents to remain calm, vigilant, and to report suspicious movements to the nearest police formation.
He added that discreet investigations are ongoing to identify, trace, and apprehend the perpetrators.
Further updates are expected as investigations progress.