Suspected criminal arrested for st@bbing police inspector in Jos

Troops under Sector 1 of Operation Enduring Peace have arrested a suspected criminal accused of st@bbing a police inspector in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State. 

According to security analyst Zagazola Makama, troops on foot patrol arrested Khalid Usman, 20, for allegedly st@bbing the personnel identified as Insp. Kabiru Muhammad. 

The attack reportedly occurred in the Congo-Russia area of Jos North LGA at about 7 pm on Saturday, April 18, 2026.

It was gathered that the suspect allegedly used a knife during an altercation before being overpowered and arrested.

Security sources confirmed that the injured personnel is receiving medical attention, while the suspect remains in custody pending further action.

In a separate incident the same day, at about 0615 hrs, troops intercepted one Azi Izang, 24, in possession of a round of 7.62mm ammunition near the Correctional Centre area.

The suspect was reportedly apprehended during a routine operation around the Gray Garden axis west of the Mine area in Jos, and has since been taken into custody for further investigation.

Authorities said both incidents are under investigation, noting that troops remain on heightened alert within the area to prevent further breaches of security.