Hoodlums clash in Lagos, set market on fire

Hoodlums on Thursday clashed in Ile-Epo area of Lagos State, leaving many people injured.

It was gathered that a fight broke out in the market situated in the area on Wednesday night and continued till Thursday morning.

Some shops were set on fire while some goods were destroyed in the process.

It was also learned that an early intervention by the police was restricted by the hoodlums.

A fire service truck that drove into the market this morning was also forced to reverse after being pelted with stones.