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Three security personnel killed in armed ambush in Doma LGA, Nasarawa
Three security personnel killed in armed ambush in Doma LGA, Nasarawa
By: Zagazola Makama
Suspected armed robbers on Wednesday ambushed a security patrol team along the Idadu–Agbashi road in Doma Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, killing three security operatives.
Zagazola Makama from sources that the victims included a police inspector, Christopher Enoh, and two vigilante members, Mathew John and Augustine Yusuf, all from Agbashi town.
The source said the team was on routine patrol when the gunmen opened fire, leading to the deaths of the three personnel on the spot.
“The attackers also stole an AK-47 rifle with 30 rounds of ammunition belonging to the late inspector before escaping from the scene,” the source said.
The remains of the deceased have been deposited at the Agbashi General Hospital mortuary.
According to the source, security operatives have intensified efforts to track down the perpetrators and recover the stolen weapon.
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