From VICTOR GAI, Jalingo
Troops of the 6th Brigade Jalingo, Taraba State, had in a Friday night operation engaged some bandits in a shootout in Wukari LGA where they discovered two dead bodies and a large cache of arms and ammunition.
A statement made available to SUNDAY STANDARD by the Brigade spokesman, Lt. O. Oni, said troops of the 93 Battalion, under the 6th Brigade were mobilised to the scene after gunshots were heard and later discovered two corpses believed to have been killed by the bandits.
The statement read: The troops of 6 Brigade, Jalingo yesterday night 26 January 2024, engaged in a fierce battle with bandits in Wukari Local Government Area of Taraba State. The clash occurred following the sound of gunshots near a disputed land along Tsukundi Road.
“Upon receiving the information, the troops of 93 Battalion, under 6 Brigade, swiftly mobilised to the scene. They discovered two individuals already lying dead, presumably shot by unknown persons. Additionally, one person sustained a gunshot wound and was immediately given medical attention.
“In a display of bravery and professionalism, the gallant troops combed the surrounding bushes near the incident area. Upon encountering the armed groups, the troops effectively deployed their superior firepower, compelling the militias to abandon their positions and flee the scene. Exploiting the general area, the troops successfully recovered a cache of weapons, including 2 AK 47 rifles with 36 rounds of 7.62 MM special ammunition, 10 empty cases of 7.62 MM, 1 Double Barrel rifle and 1 Single Barrel rifle with 14 live cartridges”
While restating their commitment to maintaining peace and security in the state, the Brigade assured residents and the general public that they “will not relent in their efforts until all criminal elements within the state have been flushed out from their enclaves.’
