- Several Feared Dead, 30 Missing After Fresh Benue Attack
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Several people are feared dead, while about 30 others have been declared missing following a fresh attack by suspected armed herdsmen in Ohimini Local Government Area of Benue State.
The attack reportedly occurred after suspected assailants invaded Ochobo community, where two people were allegedly killed.
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EKO HOT BLOG reports that the attackers later attempted to invade Agadagba community but were reportedly repelled by residents.
However, the gunmen returned to the community on Saturday evening and opened fire on residents.
Several people were reportedly killed in the attack, while about 30 others have remained unaccounted for.
A resident, who spoke to Daily Post from a hiding place, said the attackers stormed the community unexpectedly, forcing residents to flee into nearby bushes.
According to the resident, the attackers opened fire indiscriminately, killing several people and forcing others to escape for safety.
“They came shooting sporadically. Many people were killed, while several others escaped into the bush. As I speak with you, about 30 people are still missing, and we don’t know whether they are alive or dead,” the source said.
The latest attack comes amid continued security concerns in parts of Benue State, where communities have faced attacks by suspected armed groups.
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