The police Command in Benue State has explained how a Police Inspector, Terfa Anyiatse, and 12 bandits died in a fierce gun battle in the Buruku Local Government Area of the state.
Making the explanation in a statement on Wednesday, was the command’s spokesperson, Catherine Anene.
The statement said, “On 19/3/2025 at about 0200hrs, while some of the operatives were on their way to a criminal hideout at Agwabi, Tombo ward, Buruku Local Government Area, they ran into an ambush laid by the bandits who engaged the police in a fierce gun duel.
“In response, the police countered the ambush with more superior firepower that subdued the gang.
“At the end of the crossfire, 12 bandits were neutralised while others escaped. The injured bandits were taken to the hospital where they were confirmed dead and deposited at the hospital morgue.
“Items recovered from them include; three AK-47 rifles, six rounds of live ammunition, camouflage uniforms and assorted charms.
“Unfortunately, one of the police team members, Inspector Terfa Anyiatse, sustained a gunshot injury and was eventually confirmed dead by a doctor. His corpse has also been deposited at the morgue.”
