Robbers kill three in Ondo

Robbers yesterday attacked two new generation banks in Ikare, Ondo State, killing three persons.

Sources said the robbers, numbering about 10, stormed Ilepa area of Ikare in two vehicles, shooting sporadically into the air.

They said the robbers forcefully gained entry into the banks around 10am, carting away undisclosed amounts of money.

The busy Ilepa road was deserted, as traders hurriedly closed their shops. Motorists parked their vehicles and ran to safety.

Eyewitnesses said the robbers operated for about 35 minutes.

Police spokesman Adeniran Aremu confirmed the incident, but he said only one person was killed.

Aremu said those injured were in some private hospitals.