By Golok Nanmwa, JOS

A vigilante member has been killed in a fresh attack on Wereng-Rim community in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State.

The victim, identified as Mangai Musa, 43, was reportedly shot dead by unknown gunmen on Tuesday night.

A resident of the community, Tok Abel, told Vanguard that the gunmen stormed the area at about 10 p.m. and opened fire, killing the vigilante member before fleeing.

He said the attack threw the community into panic as residents scampered for safety.