Crime
Herder shot dead by gunmen in Gombe community
Herder shot dead by gunmen in Gombe community
By: Zagazola Makama
A herder, identified as Zubairu Umaru, has been shot dead by suspected armed men in Abuku Dafur village, Ribadu ward, Funakaye Local Government Area of Gombe State.
Zagazola learnt that the incident occurred on Monday at about 2:00 a.m. when six armed men invaded Umaru’s residence and opened fire, killing him instantly.
The attackers also carted away the victim’s Techno keypad phone before fleeing the scene.
Local hunters and community members later visited the scene, where an empty 7.62mm shell of an AK-47 rifle was recovered.
Umaru was taken to the General Hospital, Bajoga, where he was confirmed dead on arrival. His remains have since been released to his family for burial according to Islamic rites.
Community sources said efforts were underway to identify and apprehend the attackers.
Herder shot dead by gunmen in Gombe community