In a shocking incident in Calabar, Cross River State, a police inspector, Effiong Bassey, went on a shooting spree, killing one civilian and injuring two others. The event unfolded early in the morning after Bassey returned from his night duty at a microfinance bank in Calabar South.
Upon arriving at the Atakpa Divisional Police Station, he refused to surrender his AK-47 rifle, became hostile, and blocked the station’s gate, preventing entry and exit. His colleagues attempted to calm him through peaceful dialogue, but he remained aggressive. As tension escalated, tactical police teams were deployed to contain the situation.
Upon sighting the reinforcements, Bassey panicked and began firing indiscriminately. In the chaos, he shot three civilians, including 41-year-old Mrs. Ijoema Obot, the wife of a retired police officer. Mrs. Obot was rushed to a police clinic, where she was confirmed dead, while the other two victims are currently receiving medical treatment.
The Police Public Relations Officer, Irene Ugbo, confirmed the incident, stating that the suspect has been arrested and the situation brought under control.
