The Medium Security Custodial Centre in Jos, Plateau State came under attack by gunmen who reportedly stormed the facility in large number with sophisticated weapons.
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In a statement sent to Justce Watch, by Francis Enabore, Public Relations Officer, Nigerian Correctional Service, Headquarters, Abuja Sunday, said the invaders were said to have arrived at the Custodial Center at about 1720hrs and immediately made for the main gate where they engaged the armed squad personnel in a gun battle before breaking into the yard.
The statement also said although they gained entrance to the yard, they are however trapped within as men from sister security services were immediately mobilised to assist the armed guards to cordon the perimeter wall and the entire area.
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He maintained that reeinforcement from the response squad of the Service has also been mobilised to the center.
The statement however revealed that the situation is presently under control as the attackers firing power is being subdued by superior fire from a combined team of security agencies.
It added that update will be made available as event unfolds.
