Police recover unexploded military ordnance in Damaturu

 

By: Zagazola Makama 

 

The Police in Yobe have recovered an unexploded military-grade explosive device discovered behind NTA Damaturu along the Potiskum Road.

 

Zagazola Makama learnt from sources that the suspicious item was sighted at about 6:15 p.m. on June 30, prompting immediate deployment of the Bomb Disposal Unit (BOMPOL) to the scene.

 

“The team successfully identified the item as an unexploded military ordnance. All safety procedures were strictly adhered to, and the device was technically recovered for onward controlled demolition,” Said police sources.

 

Preliminary investigation suggests that the ordnance may have been abandoned by scavengers after being exposed at the location.

 

The sources said that no casualties were recorded, and the area has been secured and placed under active surveillance to ensure public safety.

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