Plateau police arrest officer over shooting of trader

The Plateau State Police Command has arrested and detained a police officer who allegedly shot an unarmed trader in the leg at a checkpoint in Riyom Local Government Area of the state. The post Plateau police arrest officer over shooting of trader appeared first on Vanguard News.

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August 16, 2026 · 13:08 · 5 min read

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