Robbers attack Bank in Ondo, kill one, injure others

Armed robbers on Thursday attacked a Union bank at Ode Irele town, headquarters of Irele Local Government Area of Ondo State, killing one person in the process.

According to an eyewitness, the robbers numbering nine stormed the bank at about 4:10pm, carting away an undisclosed amount of money from the bank.

The witness said the robbers gained entry into the bank after using explosives to destroy the security door.

“The robbers started shooting sporadically to scare people away and to ease their escape after robbing the bank.

“While they were shooting, stray bullets hit one person and he died while others were injured,” he said.

The state Police Command spokesperson, Tee-Leo Ikoro, confirmed the incident. According to him, “I heard it, but the DPO (Divisional Police Officer) in the town is yet to give me the details.”

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