Three armed bandits have been killed and others wounded during an encounter with troops of Sector one, Operation WHIRL STROKE yesterday, at Tsehombe-Adaka village in Benue State.
The troops according to the Coordinator Defence Media Operations Maj.-Gen John Enenche responded to a distress call from Local vigilante members reporting ongoing attack by suspected armed herdsmen on the community.
”Troops immediately mobilized to the location leading to a shoot out between troops and armed bandits.
”The gallant troops overwhelmed the bandits by superior firepower, following which troops successfully neutralised 3 of the armed bandits while others escaped with gunshot wounds. Troops recovered one AK 47 rifle loaded with one magazine containing 5 rounds of 7.62mm Special ammunition.
”The gallant troops have continued to dominate the area with aggressive patrols to deter further attacks, while efforts are ongoing to locate and neutralise other bandits that might still be hibernating in the area.” He added.
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