No fewer than six suspected gunmen have been nabbed by the operatives of police tactical squad who were deployed to Benue State in response to the fresh deadly attack that occurred in the State.

This is just as the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, ordered for the deployment of additional tactical assets to the area with a view to restoring peace and security in the State.

Daily Trust had reported that at least 11 security operatives were murdered around Agu Centre general area in Mbatula/Mberev Council Ward of Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State.

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Reacting to the incident on Sunday via a statement, the spokesman of the Force, Benjamin Hundeyin, who confirmed the killing, explained that only three officers were killed but seven others are missing.

Hundeyin, a Chief Superintendent of Police, revealed that the suspects arrested are currently in their custody and that they are assisting the police with useful information.

“The attack, which occurred on Friday, September 19, 2025, resulted in the death of three police officers, while seven others are still missing.

“The Commissioner of Police, Benue State Command, CP Innocent Ifeanyi Emenari, is currently leading the operation geared towards rescuing the missing officers and arresting the fleeing suspects,” the cop said.

The force spokesman urged members of the public to remain calm, vigilant and supportive of security agencies to bring peace to the nooks and cranny of the country.

According to him, the force would continue to intensify efforts towards rescuing missing personnel, apprehending fleeing suspects, and dismantling the criminal networks behind such “reprehensible attacks”.

He added, “The IGP strongly condemns the attack, describing it as cruel, unwarranted, and an affront on the good people of Benue State.

“Equally, the IGP has directed the deployment of additional tactical assets to the area and assured that no stone will be left unturned in restoring peace and security in Benue State.”