Nine killed, four injured as gunmen attack Plateau community

The Plateau police command says nine persons have been killed while four others sustained injuries following an attack by gunmen on Pinau community in the state.

Ubah Ogaba, police spokesperson in the state, confirmed the attack in a statement on Monday.

According to NAN, Ogaba said the attack happened on Sunday evening.

He explained that the operatives deployed to the scene of the attack nabbed eight suspects and recovered 12 motorcycles.

“Yesterday, at about 4:30p.m., we received a distress call that yet-to-be-identified gunmen invaded Pinau village in Wase local government area,” he said.

“Unfortunately, they killed nine persons while four persons are injured.

“Upon receipt of the information, a combined team of Policemen, men of Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) and other security agencies were mobilised and swiftly moved to the scene.

“Eight suspects were arrested and 12 motorcycles recovered from the scene.”

The spokesperson said the police are making efforts to apprehend other member of the group who escaped, adding that security has been reinforced in the area to ensure peace and order.

Many communities such as Bassa, Riyom, Jos North, Barkin Ladi among others have been constantly invaded by gunmen in the state in recent months.

The attacks have led to killings and abductions.