Bandits attack checkpoint in Benue, leaving one dead and two injured
Three people were shot when armed bandits attacked a Civil Protection Guard checkpoint in Abaji Town, Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State. Security expert Zagazola Makama said the incident happened on Wednesday, March 4. Aondohemba Kavee was killed, while Orgase Nyikya and Tyolumum Tsenongu were injured and taken to hospital. Security forces responded quickly, arresting two suspects and searching for others involved.
What happened
- Armed bandits attacked a Civil Protection Guard checkpoint at Abaji Town in Katsina-Ala LGA on Wednesday, March 4.
- Aondohemba Kavee, aged 43, was killed, and Orgase Nyikya and Tyolumum Tsenongu sustained gunshot injuries.
- The injured were taken to Katsina-Ala General Hospital, and the deceased’s body was deposited in the mortuary.
- Army troops and other security operatives cordoned off the area and arrested two suspects linked to the attack.
- Authorities are pursuing other fleeing gang members, while attempts to reach police spokesperson Udeme Edet were unsuccessful.
