17-year-old girl arrested for allegedly assaulting man in Plateau

Troops of Sector 1, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), have arrested a 17-year-old girl for allegedly assaulting a man in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 9:30 p.m. on October 5, 2026 at Baduo Community, where troops responded to a report of an assault and arrested a 17-year-old girl, identified as Miss Aliyah Suleiman.

The suspect reportedly attacked Mr Nanle James with a pistol, hitting him on the forehead and inflicting injuries.

The victim was initially rushed to COCIN Hospital, Busa Buji, before he was referred to the Plateau State Hospital for further medical attention.

The suspect remain in custody and is expected to be handed over to the appropriate authorities for further investigation and necessary legal action.