Kaduna State Police Command has debunked reports of a bomb explosion in Abakpa, Kaduna State, which reportedly killed two children.
Spokesman of the command, Mansir Hassan, said in a statement that preliminary investigations by the Anti-Bomb Squad indicate that a local firearm (Dane gun) was discharged, resulting in the unfortunate loss of life of the young boy.
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According to the police, the incident, which occurred about 8:30 am yesterday at Josawa Road in Abakpa, claimed the life of a 12-year-old boy, identified as Abubakar Muhammed of Josawa Road, while seven other individuals sustained injuries.
The command stated that a combined team of policemen led by the Divisional Police Officer of Kawo Division and Department of State Services (DSS), and Chairman of Kaduna North Local Government, visited the scene, following a distress call, and an assessment was carried out.
Police said further investigations and assessments were ongoing.
The command assured the public that further developments would be duly communicated.