Gunmen k!ll two vigilantes in Plateau community

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Gunmen k!ll two vigilantes in Plateau community

Bandits have k!lled two vigilantes in Ta-Hoss community, Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State. Residents of the community said the victims were attacked around 10 p.m. on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 while they were keeping watch over their community. The deceased were identified as Davou Dalyop Patu, 48, and Dalyop Zaram, 38, and both described as active members of the local vigilante group dedicated to protecting the community. The k!lling of the two vigilantes has heightened tension in the area, with residents expressing fears over the persistent security challenges confronting rural communities in Riyom LGA. A community leader, Livinus Badung, who confirmed the incident, lamented the attack and described the deceased as committed and selfless men who sacrificed their time and energy to ensure the safety of their people. According to him, the d3aths have left the community devastated as residents struggle to come to terms with the loss of two of their dedicated security volunteers. Also confirming the development, the National Publicity Secretary of the Berom Youth Moulders Association (BYM), Rwang Tengwong, expressed sadness over the incident and extended condolences to the bereaved families and the people of Ta-Hoss community. Tengwong lamented the continued attacks on vulnerable communities and called on security agencies to intensify efforts to protect lives and property, urging authorities to ensure that the perpetrators of the attack are identified and brought to justice.  The post Gunmen k!ll two vigilantes in Plateau community appeared first on Linda Ikeji Blog.
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