11 Villagers Killed In Fresh Plateau Attack

At least 11 residents have been reportedly killed in Maikatako community of Butura District in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State by gunmen.

Daily Trust gathered that the attackers came at about 1 am on Wednesday and began shooting continuously and burning houses.

Many people were also said to be injured in the attack apart from those killed and the houses razed down.

A native of the community, Daniel Isah, said residents were still trying to ascertain the exact figures and the identities of those who lost their lives, adding that the victims were burnt beyond recognition.

“So far, about 11 persons are dead,” he added.

He said the attackers returned to the community at about 8:00 am and began shooting. He said there was yet to be any counterattack from security operatives.

Calls put to the Police Public Relations Officer of the Plateau State Police Command, Alabo Alfred, indicated his line was busy and he had not responded to a text message sent to him as of the time of filing this report.