Imo State police authorities discovered
two Improvised Explosive Devices planted at the entrance of Winner’s
Chapel Church in Owerri around midnight on Saturday.
People around the area reportedly
alerted police about some strange objects seen around the church
premises. Bomb experts were immediately sent to the church to sweep the
area, Premium Times reports.
“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,” said a a
Deputy Superintendent of Police, Enwerem.
It is
believed that the explosives were planted on Saturday night and timed to
explode after worshippers had gathered for worship on Sunday.
Six suspects have been arrested in connection to the bombing attempt, however; they have not been directly linked to the incident.
“They
were arrested because we believe we might be able to obtain information
that could lead to the arrest of the perpetrators from
them. Investigations are ongoing,” said Enwerem.
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