Four residents have been killed in an attack by suspected Fulani militia members at an illegal mining site in Ungwan Sabo community, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Security sources said the incident occurred at about 8:00 p.m. on October 29, 2026, prompting troops of Sector 4, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), to respond to reports of the attack.

The sources said troops arrived at the location and discovered the bodies of four victims bearing gunshot wounds.

The victims were identified as Jimi Moses, Praise Johnson, Lenkat Bakat and Gabriel.

The suspected attackers reportedly fled the scene before the arrival of the troops.

The bodies were subsequently evacuated and deposited at the mortuary of the General Hospital, Barkin Ladi.

Following the incident, troops reportedly intensified security operations and conducted a manhunt for the fleeing assailants.

The military also deployed personnel to dominate the general area and prevent further attacks on residents. (Zagazola)