* Launch manhunt for suspected instigators
The Police in Anambra State have confirmed six persons dead in the hostilities between Omor and Anaku communities in Ayamelum Local Government Area.
The Police spokesperson, Tochukwu Ikenga, said the incident is traced to a protracted communal dispute between the two communities.
Both communities, over the years, have been involved in a fierce conflict, which had led to the death of some persons and destruction of buildings in the area.
Ikenga fingered one Nnamdi Maduneke and his accomplices as the masterminds of the fresh crisis, saying the police are on his trail.
He said: “Anambra State Police Command is on the manhunt for Mr Nnamdi Maduneke and cohorts, wielding Ak47 rifles in the early hours of yesterday 6/2/2023.
According to information received, the suspect and his cohorts without any provocation started indiscriminately in Omar Community, Anyamelum LGA and murdered six persons and inflicted serious injuries on two others.
“The joint task force team comprising Police and military was deployed in the area. The presence of these security forces have reinforced the security of lives and properties and enhanced the provision of law and order in the area.
“Preliminary information reveals that the cause of the incident is a protracted existing communal dispute between the two communities, Omor and Anaku in Anyamelum LGA.
“Meanwhile, patrols/operations are still ongoing and the situation is being monitored. Further development shall be communicated.”