By Daniel Aondoaseer Zendesha 

A police inspector has reportedly been killed after suspected armed herders attacked a joint police and military checkpoint in Uzer community, Logo Local Government Area of Benue State.

The incident reportedly occurred when the attackers stormed the security checkpoint, prompting troops of Sector 1, Operation Whirl Stroke, stationed in Ayilamo, alongside mobile policemen, to respond.

According to a local source, the attackers fled into nearby bushes after sighting the advancing troops.

The source said security personnel subsequently launched a follow-up operation to track the fleeing assailants and restore normalcy in the area.

During the operation, the body of a Police Inspector reportedly killed in the attack was recovered.

The remains were reportedly deposited at Ayilamo Hospital mortuary for autopsy and other necessary procedures.

Confirming the incident, the Benue State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Peter Aondongu, said the command lost one of its personnel in the attack.

“I can confirm that we lost one of our officers in Ayilamo, as the report stated. Operations in that axis are still ongoing to bring the perpetrators to book,” Aondongu said.

Security forces have reportedly intensified patrols and surveillance around Uzer, Ayilamo and other border communities in Logo LGA following the incident.

The identity of the deceased officer and further details about the circumstances of the attack were not immediately available.

The incident comes amid continuing security concerns in parts of Benue State, particularly communities affected by armed attacks and communal tensions.

Benue Info-pedia will continue to monitor developments and provide verified updates as authorities release further information.