The police have confirmed the deadly shooting and said a manhunt had since been launched for the perpetrators.

At least five people have been killed in a fresh attack on Gwan-Ajang village in Foron District of Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.

The police have confirmed the deadly shooting and said a manhunt had since been launched for the perpetrators.

The attack, which occurred on Sunday night, is the latest in a series of violent incidents that have continued to plague communities across Plateau State despite repeated security interventions and government assurances.

Confirming the incident, the Plateau State Police Command said officers received a distress call at about 9:22pm and immediately deployed personnel to the affected community.