Troops Foil Attempted Motorcycle Snatching by Plateau Militia in Mangu

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Sector 8 of Operation Safe Haven have foiled an attempted motorcycle snatching along Jwak village in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Security sources said the incident occurred at about 9:30 a.m. on May 21 when troops deployed at Jwak general area responded to a distress call over an attempt by suspected local criminals to dispossess a motorcyclist of his motorcycle along the highway.

The victim, identified as Shuaibu Ayuba, was reportedly attacked by the criminals before the arrival of the troops.

According to the sources, the swift intervention by the troops forced the attackers to abandon the operation and flee into nearby bushes.

The victim was rescued by the troops and immediately evacuated to the Medical Centre in Mangu for treatment.

Security sources said efforts were ongoing to track and apprehend the fleeing suspects, while patrols had been intensified along the axis to deny criminal elements freedom of action.

Authorities reassured residents of continued security presence and urged members of the public to provide timely information to aid ongoing operations.

Troops Foil Attempted Motorcycle Snatching by Plateau Militia in Mangu

Troops recover 39 cattle after the owner alleged to have been killed by rustlers in Mangu, Plateau

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Sector 8, Operation Enduring Peace have recovered 39 cattle allegedly roaming about in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau, in suspected targeted attack on the owner.

Security sources disclosed that the incident occurred at about 4:30 p.m. on May 21 during a patrol by troops at Mwansat community.

The sources said the cattle were suspected to have been rustled, while the owner was feared to have been killed by cattle rustling networks in Mangu.

According to the sources, the troops moved the cattle to a safe location pending the identification of the owner and the affected farmer for amicable settlement.

Authorities said efforts were ongoing to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the incident and prevent escalation of tensions in the area.

Troops arrest suspected criminal accused of support to kidnapping and militia gangs operating in Bassa Plateau

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Sector 3, Operation Enduring Peace have arrested a 27-year-old suspected criminal logistician accused of supplying support services to kidnapping and militia gangs operating in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau.

Security sources disclosed that the suspect, identified as Kabiru Usman, was arrested at about 7:15 p.m. on May 21 following credible intelligence from informants.

The sources said the troops intercepted the suspect along the road near Dong-Rantya Roundabout while he was returning from the Bukuru cattle market.

According to the sources, the suspect allegedly specialises in buying and selling stolen items, including motorcycles and mobile phones, looted during kidnapping operations and criminal attacks within the area.

The military said the suspect was currently in custody for further investigation and necessary action.

The sources added that the security situation within the area of responsibility remained calm, while troops sustained high morale and operational efficiency.

Troops arrest suspected criminal accused of support to kidnapping and militia gangs operating in Bassa Plateau