Seven killed in Plateau village attack by gunmen
Gunmen attacked Bong village in Plateau State’s Qua’an-Pan Local Government Area, resulting in the deaths of seven people and injuries to several others. Eyewitnesses described a house-to-house assault targeting vulnerable residents, including women, children, and the elderly. Lawrence Dogari and Danaan Cletus Sylvanus confirmed the attack, with authorities working to determine the full number of casualties. The incident is part of a series of violent attacks in Plateau villages.
What happened
- Gunmen invaded Bong village in Qua’an-Pan Local Government Area, killing seven and injuring others.
- Survivors reported that the attackers were heavily armed and targeted those unable to escape.
- Lawrence Dogari confirmed that over seven persons were killed, with some residents still missing.
- Danaan Cletus Sylvanus stated that the council chairman, Christopher Audu Manship, condemned the attack and is working with security agencies.
- The police spokesman, Alabo Alfred, did not respond to calls for comments on the incident.
