Gunmen Abduct 5, Shoot 2 In Plateau

Gunmen have abducted five people and shot two others during an attack on Mista Ali community in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State.

The attack occurred on Tuesday night when armed men invaded the community and opened fire, throwing residents into a panic.

The traditional ruler of Mista Ali, Mr Danladi Akinja Kasuwa, who confirmed the incident to our correspondent on Wednesday, said residents were caught unawares when they suddenly heard sporadic gunshots in different parts of the community.

He said: “We just heard gunshots all around the area. The attackers invaded the community and started shooting sporadically, leaving residents running for safety.”

Kasuwa said five people were abducted during the attack, while two others sustained gunshot injuries and were rushed to hospital for medical attention.

Expressing concern over the incident, he said the attack had created fear and uncertainty among residents.

He appealed to the government and security agencies to strengthen security in the area to prevent further attacks.

“We want security operatives to intensify efforts to rescue the abducted persons and ensure that those responsible for the attack are brought to justice,” he said.

Meanwhile, the Plateau State Police Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Alfred Alabo, could not be reached for comment as of the time of filing this report.