In Fresh Attacks, Hoodlums Loot 50 Shops, Vandalise 20 Cars In Lagos

'Dotun Akintomide
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By Gbenga Abulude (Politics and General Desk)

Hoodlums wreaked havoc in Mushin area of Lagos, known to be a hotbed of violence on Sunday night, looting about 50 shops and vandalising 20 cars in the process.

The incident gave sleepless nights to residents of of Olusoga, Daniel, Awawu streets and the neighborhood in Mushin, Lagos as hoodlums came in their large numbers from Idi-Araba to attack the community.

A resident at Awawu street said her husband’s car and another belonging to her neighbour was vandalised.

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“We parked the cars in our compound. They threw all sorts dangerous things that landed on the vehicles. We dared not go out,” she said.

She noted that the street gate was damaged by the hoodlums before gaining entrance.

A carpenter also said his shop was looted after being vandalised.

Another resident, Wale alleged that police ignored their calls for help.

“They told us to deal with the situation and that they will come after the fracas,” he said.

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