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Fresh violence in Plateau kills six, injures eight
At least six people have been confirmed dead, while eight others sustained injuries after two separate attacks on communities in Barkin Ladi and Riyom Local Government Areas of Plateau State.
In one of the incidents, four persons were killed and five others injured when gunmen invaded Hurum Gashish community in Barkin Ladi LGA.
Sources said the attack happened around 10 p.m. on Sunday when armed men stormed the area and began shooting at residents, causing panic and destruction in the community.
In a related development, two persons were confirmed dead, while three others sustained injuries in the Shonong Bachi community of Riyom Local Government Area.
The attack in Riyom was said to have taken place around 11 p.m. on the same day, with gunmen reportedly storming the community and shooting sporadically.
Residents said the attacks caused panic, forcing many to flee their homes for safety.
Confirming the incidents, the National Publicity Secretary of Berom Youth Moulders Association, Rwang Tenglong, said the attacks had thrown the affected communities into mourning.
He condemned the attacks, describing them as worrisome, and expressed concern over the recurring violence in rural communities across the state.
Tenglong added that the injured victims had been taken to nearby medical facilities for treatment.
Efforts to reach the Plateau State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Alfred Alabo, for confirmation were unsuccessful.
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