IGP Deploys Elite Tactical Teams to Neutralize "Sharon Bus" Gang

The Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has ordered the immediate deployment of the Police Mobile Force (PMF) and specialized Counter-Terrorism Units to Jos North to hunt down the perpetrators of the recent violence. This "massive deployment" comes as intelligence reports identified a specific red-painted "Sharon" mini-bus used by gunmen in military fatigues during the Sunday night massacre. The tactical teams have been given a clear mandate to restore order and strictly enforce the new 3:00 PM to 7:00 AM curfew.

In a statement released by the Force Public Relations Officer, the IGP emphasized that these units are equipped with advanced surveillance technology to monitor the "high-risk" zones of Yan-Traya and Dadin Kowa. The deployment also includes undercover intelligence operatives tasked with infiltrating local cells that may be fueling the unrest. The police high command has assured residents that the personnel have been briefed on human rights protocols to ensure that innocent civilians are not caught in the crossfire during the manhunt.

This aggressive policing strategy marks a significant shift in the federal government’s approach to the Plateau crisis, moving from defensive posturing to active pursuit. By targeting the specific vehicles and tactics used by the attackers, the police aim to break the cycle of hit-and-run violence that has plagued the region. However, the success of the operation will depend heavily on community cooperation and the ability of the police to distinguish between genuine threats and law-abiding citizens during the daytime window.

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