Tor Donga community in Katsina-Ala Local Government
Area of Benue State was thrown into confusion after
unknown gunmen stormed a bar and opened fire on a group
of people in the joint.
The reports reveal that at least five people were killed
in the shooting which occurred on Tuesday, October 18,
with others suffering varying injuries and are receiving
treatment in a public hospital in the area.
A witness who asked to remain anonymous told Punch that
the gunmen had arrived on motorcycles at about 9pm on
Tuesday.
“The incident happened around 9pm while people were
drinking at the beer parlour. The gunmen entered the town
on motorcycles and headed straight for the popular
drinking joint.
"Suddenly, we heard sporadic gunshots. People scampered
for safety, but by the time the dust settled, I saw many
people on the floor. I saw at least five persons who were
dead; the sight triggered cries from people around. Some
youths helped the injured ones to a hospital in Katsina-
Ala," he said.
Condemning the attack, the sole administrator of Katsina-
Ala, Vera Akwua, described it as unwarranted.
Meanwhile, the state Police Public Relations Officer,
ASP Moses Yamu, confirmed the incident, saying that three
persons were killed.
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