Gunmen storm Plateau mining site, kill three, injure two

Three individuals were killed and two others sustained injuries after gunmen stormed a mining site in Nyango, Gyel District, Jos South Local Government Area, Plateau State. The attack, which occurred around 11:50 a.m. on Tuesday, sent miners and residents fleeing for safety.

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The attackers stormed the mining site and opened fire on miners.

According to a local resident, Chuwang Rogo, the assailants opened fire on the miners. While three people died, Rogo noted that the casualty count could have been higher if not for the swift escape of many miners upon the commencement of the attack.

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Rogo said three people lost their lives in the attack while two others sustained injuries. He added that the casualty figure could have been higher but for the swift escape of several miners who fled the area when the gunmen opened fire.

The Berom Youth Moulders-Association (BYM) expressed deep concern over the persistent insecurity in Gyel and surrounding communities. In a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Rwang Tengwong, the BYM highlighted that this attack is not an isolated incident. Residents have repeatedly voiced concerns about ongoing attacks and insecurity allegedly perpetrated by armed groups operating near the Gyero and Rafin Buna areas.

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The latest attack was not the first violent incident recorded in the area. The group noted that residents of Gyel and neighbouring communities in Bassa Local Government Area had repeatedly raised concerns over attacks and insecurity allegedly perpetrated by armed elements operating around the Gyero and Rafin Buna axis.

The BYM stated that these recurring attacks have led to loss of life, displacement, and disruption of economic activities. The association urged security agencies and government authorities to dismantle criminal hideouts, take decisive action to end the violence, and restore lasting peace. They also extended condolences to the families of the deceased and wished the injured a speedy recovery, while encouraging residents to remain vigilant and cooperate with security forces.

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The association called on security agencies and government authorities to urgently dismantle criminal hideouts, take decisive action to end the cycle of violence and restore lasting peace and security across affected communities.