The gun battle between security men of the Joint Task Force and unknown gunmen in Imo state led to the death of many people.
It was gathered that gun battle also led to the death of some security operatives.
Many houses and shops were also razed down
As at the time of this report, the actual number of casualties could not be ascertained but it was gathered from a source that Orlu Local Government Area experienced unrest through out yesterday, April 17.
It was revealed that the shooting started from Banana junction and then extended to the popular Nkwu-Ito Junction and its environs.
He said Vehicular movements were restricted while vehicles and other property were reportedly affected as the unknown gunmen shot sporadically before the security operatives challenged them.