A motorcycle rider has reportedly been killed by unknown assailants, with his mutilated body discovered near Longvel Bridge in Shendam Local Government Area of Plateau State.

The victim’s motorcycle was also reportedly stolen, while the circumstances surrounding the killing remained unclear as of the time of filing this report.

A resident of the community, Henry Homsuk, told journalists that residents woke up on Monday to the disturbing news of the incident, raising concerns over the safety of people going about their daily activities in the area.

“It is sad that someone would be killed and his motorcycle carted away. We woke up to the news this morning, and it was disturbing,” Homsuk said.

He described the incident as painful and called on security agencies to investigate the killing and ensure that those responsible were arrested and brought to justice.

“It is painful that somebody would lose his life in such circumstances. We are worried about what happened and hope the authorities will take the matter seriously,” he added.

Homsuk said the incident had been reported to security operatives, expressing hope that the authorities would take urgent steps to establish what happened and apprehend the perpetrators.

He urged security agencies to conduct a thorough investigation, stressing that residents should be able to carry out their lawful activities without fear of attacks.

“We appeal to the security agencies to investigate this matter thoroughly and ensure that those responsible are arrested. People should be able to go about their lawful activities without fear,” he said.

The resident also called for increased security along Longvel Road and in other vulnerable communities within the area to protect lives and property and prevent a recurrence.

“Security should be strengthened along Longvel Road and in other vulnerable communities to protect lives and property and prevent a recurrence,” Homsuk added.

The killing has raised concerns among residents about the safety of motorcycle riders and other road users, particularly in areas where attacks could threaten movement and commercial activities.

However, the motive for the killing and the identity of the assailants had not been established as of the time of filing this report.

Efforts to confirm the incident with the Plateau State Police Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Alfred Alabo, were unsuccessful.

The police had yet to issue an official statement on the incident as of press time.