Army averts communal clash in Gombe, arrests 10

Troops of 301 Artillery Regiment (General Support) have averted a communal clash over a disputed land between Billiri and Shongom local government area of Gombe state, following a timely intervention.
Army spokesperson, Brig.
Gen.
Texas Chukwa, said in a statement that the troops mobilised to the troubled spots after getting information about the impending crisis.
He said 10 suspects presumed to have masterminded the trouble were arrested.
Items recovered include: one AK 47 rifle loaded with 28 rounds of 7.62 mm (Special) ammunition, one G3 rifle loaded with 21 rounds of 7.62 mm (Special) ammunition, one double barrel gun, 10 locally fabricated guns, 39 cartridges.
Others include: three knives, four knock out bangers, one round of 9mm ammunition, bottles of gun powders, locally fabricated rounds, and assorted charms.