The Anambra State Government has revealed that one Miss Chinwe Igwe was killed when operatives of the Operation Clean And Healthy Anambra Brigade, otherwise known as “OCHA Brigade”, opened fire at a market in Onitsha.

The incident left no fewer than four people, including a pregnant woman, injured.

In a statement on Wednesday, the Commissioner for Information of the Anambra State Government, Law Mefor, stated that the state is "aware of the disturbance that occurred in Onitsha Main Market earlier today."

"We appreciate the swift intervention of the Police, who have restored calm and order to the area.

"An investigation into the incident has commenced, and the government will ensure that all necessary measures are taken to prevent similar occurrences in the future.

"Regrettably, one of the victims, Miss Chinwe Igwe, was confirmed dead on arrival. Her body has been deposited at the hospital morgue for autopsy and preservation. The other victims are currently receiving treatment and are responding positively."

He said Governor Chukwuma Soludo has directed that the suspects be arrested and handed over to the police for prosecution, and that the medical needs of those who sustained injuries be taken care of.

He said normalcy has since been restored in the area by the police, while patrols and monitoring continue by law enforcement agents to ensure sustained peace.