Gunmen launched an attack on residents of Gako and Tanjol communities
in Riyom LGA of Plateau State in the early hours of this morning June 11th, killing at least 6
people and burning 2 churches.
Residents of
the communities say five officers of the Police Special Task
Force were also killed but this has not been verified.
Confirming today's attack, an Assistant Superintendent of
Police and state Police spokesperson, Mr. Dominic Esin who spoke with
Premium Times said 5 other people were injured in the attack and they
have all been hospitalized
"On June 11 at about 1 a.m., unknown gunmen invaded two villages of Gako and Tanjol, shooting sporadically and in the process killing 6 persons, and injuring 5 others. The injured persons where rushed to the Vom Christian Hospital. Normalcy has been restored in the attacked areas and members of the public are advised to go about their lawful business and report any unscrupulous elements to the security agencies" he said.
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