Nigerian Army neutralise 3 suspected Bandits in Plateau

In a swift and coordinated operation, troops of Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) have successfully neutralised three suspected bandits in Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State.

The operation, which was based on credible intelligence, led to a confrontation with the suspects, resulting in their deaths and the recovery of weapons.

Maj. Samson Zhakom, the media officer for OPSH, confirmed the development in a statement released on Sunday in Jos. He noted that the success of the mission was a result of timely information and precise action by the troops.

“Yesterday , troops of OPSH, acting on credible intelligence, conducted offensive operations at a criminal hideout along the fringes of Pinau community in Wase LGA of Plateau.

“During the operation, troops made contact with criminal elements terrorising the general area, including Pinau–Gimbi road.

“During the exchange of fire, troops overwhelmed the criminals with superior firepower and neutralised three of the suspected bandits.

“While others ran away with wounds from gunshots, troops exploited the general area and recovered one AK-47 rifle and one AK-47 magazine,” he said.

Zhakom said that the troops had commenced a follow-up operation to intercept the fleeing criminals.

(NAN)