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14-year-old killed, others injured in communal attack in Pindiga
14-year-old killed, others injured in communal attack in Pindiga
By: Zagazola Makama
A 14-year-old boy, Rabiu Muhammad, was killed while several others were injured during a violent attack in Garin Rigiya, Pindiga, Akko Local Government Area of Gombe State.
Zagazola gathered that the incident occurred at about 10:00 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 30, when a group of men allegedly conspired and attacked Rabiu Muhammad and Malla Yayaji with machetes.
The victims were rushed to the General Hospital, Kashere, where Rabiu Muhammad was pronounced dead, while others received medical attention.
Following the attack, a reprisal incident was reported in which Ibrahim Galadima, Babangida Abubakar, and Mohammed Abubakar allegedly set fire to corn stalks in the village, causing property damage.
Three suspects have been arrested by the Police in connection with the incidents, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend the remaining perpetrators.
Police said the area has since returned to relative calm.
14-year-old killed, others injured in communal attack in Pindiga