Troops Neutralise Suspected Armed Robbers In Plateau Community

Troops of Operation SAFE HAVEN (OPSH) have foiled a criminal attack on Teegbe Village in Bassa local government area of Plateau State, neutralising the suspected criminals.

The attack which occurred in the village was met with strong resistance from troops who responded to a distress call from one of the residents.

According to a statement by OPSH Media Information Officer, Major Samson Zhakom, the troops swiftly mobilised to the scene, made contact with the attackers who fled towards an adjourning high-ground, and neutralised one of the assailants during a gun duel.

Zhakom added that further exploitation led to the arrest of 2 individuals who are currently undergoing interrogation.

OPSH also stated that troops conducted a ‘stop and search’ operation along Katnan-Buratali Road in Kadarko District of Wase LGA of the state, leading to the arrest of three 3 suspected armed robbers.

Zhakom added that the suspects were arrested in possession of 1 fabricated pistol, and have been taken to custody for interrogation.

He added that the suspects confessed to operating alongside other gang members during investigation.

“Following the interrogation, the suspects volunteered to lead troops to their hideout to recover more weapons and arrest other gang members.

“However, while leading troops to the hideout, suspects attempted to disarm the troops in order to escape and were immediately neutralized,” Zhakom said.

He disclosed that OPSH will continue to deploy every legitimate means to protecting law-abiding residents within the Joint Operations Area from criminal attacks and wanton destruction of their property.