Suspected cultists kill four at beer parlour in Benue

The Police Command in Benue has confirmed the killing of four persons by suspected cultists at a beer parlour in Makurdi, the state capital.

The command’s spokesperson, SP Sewuese Anene, confirmed the on Monday in a chat with journalists.

Anene said the attack which took place on Sunday night at a beer parlour at Akpehe in Makurdi, also left many people hospitalised.

“The suspected cult attack at Akpehe is confirmed and investigation has commenced.

“Four persons were confirmed dead while others are currently receiving treatment in the hospital,“ the command’s spokesperson said.

Anene warned criminals in the state to desist from crimes or be prepared to face the full wrath of the law.