A 20-man robbery gang terrorizing residents of Vandeiky LGA
of Benue state met their waterloo today after a foiled robbery
attack.
According to local residents, about 20 robbers attacked a First
Bank Branch in Vandeikya, Benue killing several customers and
bank workers.
The dare devils armed with AK47 rifles and explosives
reportedly killed over 35 people at the bank in the operation
that lasted for over 4 hours..
They managed to kill the bank manager and some security
guys before using explosives which eventually led to more
bloodshed.
The robbers carted away huge sum of money but while they
were trying to escape, they were confronted by soldiers and a
fierce gun-battle ensued.
In the process, they overcame the military men but while
trying to get away, one of the vehicles used for the robbery
veered off the road and somersaulted severally before landing
in the bush.
The robbers who suffered serious gunshot wounds managed
to escape into the bush while the driver of the car wasn’t so
lucky. He was caught by vigilant villagers in Oju and was
instantly set on fire.
A witness said the man denied ever being a part of the gang.
He reportedly told them he was defecating in a nearby bush
when he was caught however, the bullet wounds on his body
identified him as a suspect.
He was splashed with petrol and set on fire as the villagers
watch his painful death in horror.
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What a sad day!
May the souls of the robbery victims rest in peace.