Bandit Attack in Benue Claims Four Lives, Injures Five
On Tuesday evening, suspected bandits attacked Abeda town in Gaambe-Tiev, Logo Local Government Area of Benue State, resulting in the deaths of at least four residents and injuries to five others. The attack coincided with the town's market day, where assailants indiscriminately shot at individuals.
Clement Kav, the Chairman of Logo LGA, confirmed the fatalities, identifying the deceased as Msoo Chan, Suurshater Iornumbe, Terkimbi Ikyereve, and Pastor Terungwa Hungwa. The injured individuals include Gangera Kumater Miracle, Helen Iortyom, Terungwa Tsetim, Kumater Awua, and Orkertyo Iortyom, all of whom are receiving medical treatment.
Following the attack, local residents urged security agencies and government authorities to investigate the incident and enhance security measures in Abeda Shitile and surrounding communities.
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