The Benue State Police Command has confirmed the restoration of seven further our bodies of safety personnel killed throughout a violent confrontation with suspected herdsmen and native militia at Agu Centre in Katsina Ala Native Authorities Space.
The newest restoration brings the entire demise toll to 11 safety operatives, comprising 9 cops, one hunter, and one Civil Safety Guard. Their stays have been deposited at Katsina Ala Basic Hospital.
Police additionally confirmed that ASP John Aledu, hooked up to Operation Zenda, stays lacking as search and rescue efforts proceed.
“The recovered our bodies have been preserved as efforts are ongoing to contact their households,” sources advised Zagazola Makama.
In response to the assault, police tactical groups, supported by native hunters and vigilantes, have intensified operations to rescue the lacking officer and pursue the attackers.
To date, 15 further suspects have been arrested in Ukum Native Authorities Space, bringing the entire variety of suspects in custody to 21, following six earlier arrests in Katsina Ala.
The police assured that, in collaboration with different safety businesses, they continue to be totally dedicated to bringing all perpetrators of the assault to justice
