By Israel Adamu, Jos
A former councillor representing Rim Ward in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State, Daniel Danjuma Chong, popularly known as “Hon. Star,” was reportedly killed by gunmen during an attack on Torok village in Rim Community on Sunday night.
According to a resident, Mrs. Cynitha Dung, the attack occurred around 11:45 p.m. and triggered panic as residents fled after hearing prolonged gunfire. She said Chong was found dead after the shooting, while another resident, Mr. David Dachollom Danjuma, sustained gunshot injuries and is receiving medical treatment.
The Berom Youth Moulders Association (BYM) condemned the killing in a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Rwang Tengwong. The group alleged that armed attackers entered the community under the cover of darkness, opened fire, and fled after the incident.
The association expressed condolences to the family of the deceased and wished the injured resident a speedy recovery. It also called on security agencies and the Plateau State Government to identify and arrest those responsible and strengthen security in vulnerable communities.
BYM further urged authorities to address criminal hideouts it believes operate in the area and renewed its call for measures to improve security, including restrictions on open grazing. Efforts to obtain official confirmation from the spokesperson of the Plateau State Police Command, SP Alfred Alabo, were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report.
