{
  "id": 7385049,
  "title": "Group mourns deaths of four policemen, others in Benue attack",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/group-mourns-deaths-of-four-policemen-others-in-benue-attack-7385049",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-14T19:50:04.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch",
    "slug": "punch",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/group-mourns-deaths-of-four-policemen-others-in-benue-attack/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The PSNAFSA has expressed deep sorrow over the deaths of four policemen and seven other individuals who were killed in an attack on the Ayilamo community in Benue State. The group's condolences were directed towards the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, as well as the Nigeria Police Force and the families, colleagues, and loved ones of the deceased officers. The attack took place between Thursday night and early Friday morning, 11 September 2026. Neighbors claimed the attackers entered the community from Alufu Road in nearby Taraba State. The Benue State Police Command confirmed the incident, stating that four policemen and seven civilians were killed during the assault. The PSNAFSA praised the bravery of the deceased officers, describing their decision to risk their lives to protect the community. They also condemned the violence, calling for intensified support for security personnel, improved intelligence gathering, and the apprehension of those responsible for the attack.",
  "summary": "A group has mourned the deaths of four policemen and seven civilians killed in an attack on Ayilamo community in Logo Local Government Area of Benue State. Read More: https://punchng.com/group-mourns-deaths-of-four-policemen-others-in-benue-attack/",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Punch Nigeria",
        "title": "Group mourns deaths of four policemen, others in Benue attack",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/group-mourns-deaths-of-four-policemen-others-in-benue-attack",
        "published": "2026-09-14T19:16:04.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}