Tension erupted in Ughelli, Delta State, after a group of men in uniform reportedly stormed an Assemblies of God church during a service, assaulting the resident pastor and his wife while deploying tear gas inside the premises.
Eyewitness accounts indicate that the incident occurred while congregants were gathered for worship, causing panic as the officers forced their way into the church. The pastor and his wife were allegedly attacked during the confrontation, while tear gas was released, disrupting the service and affecting those present, including their visibly distressed child.
Sources suggest the operation was linked to an attempt to arrest an individual who reportedly resisted apprehension. However, the circumstances surrounding the raid and the level of force used have raised concerns among residents and observers.
The incident has sparked calls for an investigation into the conduct of the officers involved, with community members demanding accountability and adherence to proper law enforcement procedures.
Authorities are yet to issue an official statement on the development as of the time of filing this report.
