An official of the Anambra Traffic Management Agency (ATMA) was killed by unknown gunmen who invaded Ekwulobia community in Anambra state this morning, February 8.

Though details of the incident are still sketchy, it was learnt that the deceased was controlling traffic at the ever-busy Ekwulobia junction when he was gunned down by the assailants who stormed the area and started shooting sporadically.

The bullet was said to have shattered his head from behind.

The state police command is yet to comment on this incident.