Former council security chief killed by gunmen in Rivers community
A wave of fear has swept through Bori in Rivers State after the killing of former council Chief Security Officer, Letam Kine. The attack, which took place along Polytechnic Road, has disrupted daily life and left residents anxious. Local authorities, including Dr Thomas Bariere, have condemned the violence and called for urgent action. Police have confirmed the incident and say investigations are ongoing.
What happened
- Letam Kine, a former Chief Security Officer of Khana Local Government Area, was shot and killed by gunmen in Bori.
- The attack caused panic, with residents and business owners fleeing and closing shops immediately after the shooting.
- Local government chairman Dr Thomas Bariere described the killing as senseless and called for intensified security operations.
- The incident follows a similar recent killing in a nearby community, raising concerns about ongoing violence in the area.
- Police spokesperson Blessing Agabe confirmed the killing and stated that patrols and investigations are underway to find the perpetrators.
