By Golok Nanmwa, Jos
Gunmen on Tuesday night attacked Rim Village in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State, killing two persons and injuring two others during a late-night shooting.
Sources from the community said the attackers stormed the village at about 10:30 pm., firing gunshots indiscriminately for several minutes before fleeing into nearby bushes.
The injured victims were immediately taken to a nearby hospital, where they are currently receiving treatment.
Confirming the incident, the National Publicity Secretary of the Berom Youth Movement (BYM), Rwang Tengwong, said the attack caused panic among residents.
“Gunmen stormed Rim Village around 10 pm on Tuesday and opened fire sporadically. So far, two people have been confirmed dead, while two others sustained injuries and were rushed to the hospital,” Tengwong said.
He described the incident as part of the recurring insecurity in Riyom and other parts of Plateau State, urging security agencies to intensify patrols and ensure those responsible are brought to justice.
Efforts to reach the spokesperson of the Plateau State Police Command, SP Alfred Alabo, for comments were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report.
