Robbers attack bank in Ondo, kills 3, escape with loads of cash

Armed Robbers attacked a Skye Bank in 

Akure, Ondo state leading to the death of three persons as they escaped with loads of cash.

According to Sahara Reporters, the robbers stormed the bank at Ogbagi Akoko in the afternoon on Tuesday, March 7.

According to a source, the robbers scared customers by firing sporadically before getting away with money from the bank.

The robbers reportedly ordered customers to lay on the floor before getting access into the vault.

Three persons reportedly died in the attack including security officials.

The source said: “The armed robbers killed the security officers attached to Skye Bank because they refused to cooperate with them during the operation.

“They even slapped a local woman who acted stubborn to them and ransacked all the banking vaults where money was kept before running away.”

Another source claimed the robbers boldly loaded their stolen cash into their vehicle and sped off.

Femi Joseph who is the spokesperson of the Ondo state police command confirmed the incident.

He said: “I am still getting details of the event and I will get back to you.”