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The Kogi state Police Command has launched an investigation into a fatal shooting incident at ASCO Camp, Ajaokuta, which claimed the lives of two serving police officers.
The incident, which occurred on Friday, October 23, 2026, reportedly involved Corporal Amos Yusuf and Woman Corporal Grace Onimisi.
A statement issued, Sunday by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Saliu Oyiza Afusat, said the incident was reported to the police at about 11:04 p.m., prompting the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), Ajaokuta, to lead a team of officers to the scene.
Preliminary findings indicated that Corporal Yusuf, who was on night duty, allegedly shot Woman Corporal Onimisi before shooting himself.
The two officers were subsequently rushed to separate medical facilities, where medical personnel confirmed them dead.
Their remains have been deposited at the mortuary of ASCO Hospital.
The police said an AK-47 rifle and four expended cartridges were recovered from the scene as exhibits.
The case has since been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for a thorough investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The command said the motive behind the shooting remained unknown, cautioning against speculation as investigations were ongoing.
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