Two Injured, 10 Bodies Recovered, In Plateau Fresh Attack — Police

Jos, Plateau State– The Plateau State Police Command has reported the recovery of no fewer than 10 bodies scattered across different locations within the Mangu Local Government Area (LGA) of Plateau State.

The Assistant Inspector General (AIG) of Police in charge of Zone 4, Ebong Eyibio disclosed during the briefing on Thursday, January 25, 2024, said one car and 10 houses were burnt down.

He said two injured persons were currently receiving treatment at an undisclosed hospital.

“On 24/01/24 at about 2200hrs, we received intelligence concerning an attack which was targeted at the Ntam community and the ASTC Company, both of Mangu LGA.

“Our team of agile police officers from the IGP Special Intervention Squad stationed at the ASTC in conjunction with Area Commander Pankshin and the DPO swung into action and thwarted the attempted attack.

“In a separate incident, an attempt by some arsonists in Panyam District to set fire on some worship centres was prevented by swift intervention from the police and with help from some elders of the community.”

“The command is grateful to inform you that the situation as of today, is under control and so far, nine suspects have been arrested.

“Exhibits recovered from them include weapons such as machetes, kegs containing petrol, and other items. The area remains highly secured by security forces and strict compliance to the curfew is being complied with.”

He added that a delegation from the state government led by the Security Adviser to the Governor, heads of other security agencies, and leaders from both the Christian and Muslim communities, had gathered at the Mangu Township Stadium and the Miskam Mwaghavul Palace in Mangu on Wednesday to deliberate and chart a way forward to put a stop to the menace.

The police boss called on the leadership of both faiths to call their followers to order and ensure total compliance with the government-imposed curfew.