Worshippers escape death in Owerri as police uncover explosives in Church
According to a breaking news report on Premium Times,
two Improvised Explosive Devices was discovered at a church, Winners
Chapel on Port Harcourt road in Owerri, Imo state this morning June
15th. The police detonated the bomb after detecting them. The
Commissioner of Police in Imo state, Abdumajid Ali, said they have
arrested six suspects over the discovery of the explosives.
The police say they believe the explosives were planted on Saturday night and timed to explode after worshippers had gathered for worship today. Thankfully it was discovered on time. Details later
Update: Deputy Superintendent of Police Enwerem, explains more about the incident this morning.
The police say they believe the explosives were planted on Saturday night and timed to explode after worshippers had gathered for worship today. Thankfully it was discovered on time. Details later
Update: Deputy Superintendent of Police Enwerem, explains more about the incident this morning.
“During their check, it was discovered that Improvised Explosive Devices in forms of refrigerator compressor concealed in sack bags were discovered. One was promptly detonated at the scene because it was on a timer. The other one was dis-alarmed and then taken away for detonation.”

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