The peaceful atmosphere in Jeddo, Okpe Delta State was shattered Monday evening when policemen and Air Force officials engaged in a shootout.
Several persons, including personnel of both agencies and some residents , sustained injuries. Properties, such as vehicles, were destroyed.
The fight was said to have been caused by an assault on a lady whose father has links with the Air Force.
The incident scared most residents out of their homes
Police spokesman DSP Andrew Aniamaka said he was driving when reached, but a senior police source confirmed the incident.