Panic ensued in a section of Lagos State on Monday when more than 100 hoodlums stormed the Ipaja Police Station.
It was gathered that the attack resulted in a gun battle between the thugs and police officers during which several of the thugs who launched the attack were killed.
The incident caused fear among residents as the attack resulted in a subsequent exchange of gunfire.
Police personnel have been dispatched to the area for reinforcement.
When contacted, the state Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the incident.
Hundeyin said the situation has been curtailed.
He said, “The situation has been curtailed but no arrest has been made yet.” (Punch)