Troops Foil Robbery Attack in Plateau Pastor’s house, Launch Manhunt for Suspects

By: Zagazola Makama 

Troops of Sector 1, Operation Enduring Peace have foiled an attempted armed robbery attack at a residence in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State, forcing the assailants to abandon their operation and flee.

Security sources said the troops responded to reports of gunshots at the residence of Pastor Inyam Inyam in the Hwol Buju community during the early hours of Tuesday.

According to the sources, the swift intervention of the troops disrupted the attack and compelled the suspected armed robbers to escape before carrying out their mission.

“Upon receiving the distress report, troops moved to the area and engaged in efforts that forced the criminals to flee the scene.

“The suspects abandoned their operation and escaped before security forces arrived,” the source said.

The sources disclosed that Pastor Inyam and his daughter, Hannatu Inyam, sustained injuries during the incident and were evacuated to a hospital in Mista-Ali for medical treatment.

A spent 7.62mm special ammunition casing was recovered at the scene as part of ongoing investigations.

The sources further revealed that medical examination later indicated that the female victim had been sexually assaulted during the attack.

Security agencies have commenced investigations into the incident while troops and other security operatives are conducting follow-up operations to track and apprehend the fleeing suspects.

Military authorities condemned the attack and assured residents that efforts were being intensified to bring the perpetrators to justice.

They also urged members of the public to provide credible information that could assist security agencies in locating the suspects and preventing similar incidents.

The authorities reaffirmed their commitment to protecting lives and property across Plateau State and other areas within the Joint Operations Area.