Incident Overview
In a shocking and tragic incident early Friday morning, two policemen were killed and another was injured in an attack by an intruder at the Ulu Tum Police Station. The attack, which occurred around 2 a.m., left the police force and community in mourning.
Details of the Attack
Jeor Police Chief Commissioner M. Kumar reported that the suspect, a man in his 30s, entered the police station and launched a brutal assault on the constable who was manning the counter. The suspect allegedly slashed the constable on the neck and head, resulting in his immediate death.
Hearing the commotion, another officer came out to investigate and was subsequently shot by the suspect, who had taken the first victim’s firearm. This second officer also succumbed to his injuries.
A third officer then engaged the suspect, shooting him dead at the scene. The identities of the fallen officers have not yet been released pending notification of their families.
Aftermath and Investigation
The bodies of the deceased officers were transported to Sultan Isma Hospital, where the injured officer is currently receiving treatment. Commissioner Kumar assured that the police are conducting a thorough investigation into the incident to determine the motive behind this brutal attack.
Community Reaction
The local community has been left in shock by this violent incident. Tributes and condolences have been pouring in for the brave officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. The police department has vowed to provide support to the families of the fallen officers and to the injured officer as they recover from this tragic event.
Ongoing Investigation
The police are working diligently to piece together the events that led to this tragedy. They are appealing to the public for any information that might assist in their investigation. The motive behind the attack remains unclear, and authorities are exploring all possible leads.