Two feared dead after gunmen attack Benue community
Suspected armed herders attacked the Atakpa community in Agatu Local Government Area of Benue State. The incident caused panic, leading some villagers to flee the area. Local sources claim two youths were killed while trying to defend the community. The police confirmed the attack but reported different casualty details.
What happened
- Suspected armed herders invaded Atakpa community in Agatu LGA, Benue State, reportedly killing two youths.
- A local source, Sunny, said the victims were part of a vigilance group trying to repel the attackers.
- The state police spokesperson, DSP Udeme Edet, confirmed the attack but stated that nobody was killed, though one person was injured and another is missing.
- Previous attacks were reported in neighbouring Apa LGA, with several people killed.
- Efforts to reach the council chairman, Melvin Ejeh, for comments were unsuccessful.
