The Police Command in Benue State has confirmed the killing of four persons by suspected cultists at a beer parlour in Makurdi, the state capital.
The command’s spokesperson, SP Sewuese Anene who confirmed this on Monday said the attack took place on Sunday night at a beer parlour at Akpehe in Makurdi.
According to the statement, the attack also left many people hospitalised.
“The suspected cult attack at Akpehe is confirmed and investigation has commenced.
“Four persons were confirmed dead while others are currently receiving treatment in the hospital,“ the command’s spokesperson said.
Anene warned criminals in the state to desist from crimes or be prepared to face the full wrath of the law.