Captured Gang Leader Killed During Plateau Operation to Find Soldier’s Killers

Troops of Sector 9, Operation Enduring Peace, have killed a suspected armed gang leader during an operation in Qua’an Pan Local Government Area of Plateau State. The suspect, identified as Usman Ya’u, was arrested on September 30 while troops searched for those accused of killing a soldier in Manja Forest. He allegedly agreed to lead troops to gang hideouts in Jibiyal Forest and assist with the recovery of weapons. During the operation on October 2, troops and local hunters reportedly came under fire from other gang members. The suspect was killed during the exchange, while a hunter sustained a gunshot wound and was taken to hospital. Security forces said operations were continuing to find other fleeing suspects.

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