A violent attack occurred in Mangor, a settlement in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State, Nigeria, late Sunday evening. Residents reported that suspected gunmen targeted a duty post of local vigilantes at Angwan Tsarki, killing two and injuring three others. The attack took place around 11 p.m., according to eyewitnesses. Local residents are calling for improved security measures to protect them from such attacks.
A resident, Bitrus Simon, described the scene of the attack, stating that the gunmen opened fire on the vigilantes. The injured individuals are currently receiving medical attention. Simon urged authorities to take immediate action to enhance security in the area, expressing concerns about the safety of residents. The local community is reeling from the impact of this violent incident.
The Plateau State Police Command has launched an investigation into a separate shooting incident that occurred along the Bukuru Expressway in Jos South Local Government Area. According to police spokesperson Alfred Alabo, the incident took place around 4:30 p.m. on Sunday. A vehicle carrying traders returning from Kara Market, Bukuru, was targeted in the attack.
Seven injured victims from the Bukuru Expressway shooting have been traced to the Military Clinic, Rukuba Barracks, Jos, where they are receiving medical treatment. The police have deployed tactical and anti-robbery teams to strengthen security in the area and are intensifying intelligence gathering to identify and apprehend those responsible for the attack.
The Commissioner of Police, Ayodeji Faniyan, has directed the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of investigations to take full charge of the case. The police are working to ensure the arrest and prosecution of the perpetrators. The Command has condemned the attack and wished the injured victims a speedy recovery.
As the investigation into the Bukuru Expressway shooting continues, the police have urged residents to continue with their lawful activities and report any suspicious movements to security agencies. The authorities are working to prevent similar incidents in the future and to bring those responsible to justice.
The police had not publicly confirmed the reported Mangor attack as of the time of filing this report. Efforts to reach security officials for confirmation were unsuccessful. The two incidents have raised concerns about the security situation in Plateau State, highlighting the need for sustained efforts to protect residents and prevent further attacks.
Key points
- Two vigilantes were killed and three others injured in an attack in Mangor, Plateau State.
- The Plateau State Police Command is investigating a separate shooting incident along the Bukuru Expressway.
- The police have deployed security teams to strengthen security in the area and are working to apprehend those responsible for the attacks.
