Troops Rescue Injured Farmer, Arrest Suspect, Recover Four Motorcycles in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have rescued an injured farmer and arrested a 26-year-old suspect following an attack at Fawo village in Mbar District, Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 12:20 p.m. on Friday when troops deployed at Mbar, under Sector 5 of OPEP, responded to a distress report of an attack on a farmer identified as Mr. Hosea Anthony, 42.
The troops' swift arrival at the scene reportedly forced the assailants to flee.
A subsequent search of the area led to the discovery of the victim with injuries and the arrest of one suspect, identified as Mallam Yunusa Isah, 26.
The troops also recovered four motorcycles during the operation.
The injured farmer was immediately evacuated to a nearby hospital for medical attention, while the arrested suspect and recovered motorcycles were taken into custody for further necessary action.
The operation underscores ongoing efforts by troops of Operation Enduring Peace to respond swiftly to security threats, protect vulnerable farming communities and bring perpetrators of violence to justice in Plateau State.
