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MOPOL  Killed in Machete Attack by suspected Fulani herder in Plateau 

By Zagazola Makama 

A Mobile Police Officer, identified as Cpl. Abdulrahman Auwal, has been killed in a machete attack by fulani herders along Kwi Road in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Security sources said the incident occurred at about 6:51 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 8, when troops of Sector 4, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), responded to a report of an attack on the personnel.

The sources said troops who arrived at the scene found the victim with multiple machete wounds, while the suspected assailants, believed to be Fulani youths, had fled.

The victim was evacuated to a hospital by his colleagues, but he was later confirmed dead.

Security personnel have commenced investigations to establish the circumstances surrounding the attack and identify those responsible for possible arrest.

Further details are expected as the investigation progresses.