Suspected bandits kill vigilante member in plateau

A 28-year-old member of a vigilante group named Goyok Jamok was killed by suspected bandits in Magi Mbar village, located within Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State. According to security sources, the violent incident transpired around 7:30 a.m. on October 10. Upon discovering the tragedy, troops belonging to Sector 5 of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) were dispatched to the area to address the attack.

The security forces arrived at the scene and found Jamok deceased from gunshot wounds, as reported by the sources. It was discovered that the vigilante member had been shot dead by the suspected kidnappers. The assailants reportedly escaped the scene after noticing the approaching troops, abandoning their nefarious mission. Following the unfortunate event, Jamok's relatives were responsible for transporting his remains to their burial place.

Efforts were initiated by the security personnel to track down and apprehend the fleeing suspects. The sources confirmed that the troops are actively working to locate and apprehend the individuals responsible for the heinous act. However, no additional information was provided regarding the circumstances surrounding the killing or the identities of the suspected assailants.