The Plateau State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of 1 suspect and the dying of three individuals following a pre-dawn assault on Pwomol Village in Heipang District of Barkin Ladi Native Authorities Space.
The incident occurred on Monday at about 4:30 a.m when gunmen invaded the group, capturing sporadically and prompting a misery name to safety companies.
An announcement signed by SP Alfred Alabo, the spokesman of the Police command within the state, made obtainable to newsmen, reads that in a swift response, the Commissioner of Police, CP Bassey Ewah, mobilised a joint staff of operatives, together with the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in Barkin Ladi, navy personnel and different safety companies.
The staff engaged the attackers in a gun battle, forcing them to flee into the encircling mountainous forests.
Police mentioned three individuals have been killed within the assault whereas one different sustained accidents and was rushed to hospital for therapy.
Throughout a follow-up clearance operation, safety operatives arrested one suspect recognized merely as Suleiman (male) across the Redemption Camp space.
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He was apprehended with seen blood stains on his physique and is at present in custody.
CP Bassey Ewah later visited the scene for an on-the-spot evaluation.
He condoled with the households of the deceased and guaranteed them {that a} thorough, skilled and clear investigation can be carried out to carry the fleeing suspects to justice.
The police boss urged residents to stay calm and vigilant, and to report any suspicious actions to the closest safety company.
To strengthen safety within the space, the Inspector-Common of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, has ordered further deployment of personnel, intensified patrols and enhanced synergy amongst safety companies.
The Plateau State Police Command additionally introduced full enforcement of the curfew within the affected space and warned residents to conform strictly to keep away from sanctions.