Nigeria, May 11 -- Seven persons, including a police officer, were killed on Saturday by gunmen who attacked several communities in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Residents said the attackers invaded multiple communities Saturday evening, shooting at villagers.

As of about 1 a.m. on Sunday, seven bodies, including that of the slain police officer, had reportedly been recovered and deposited at a mortuary, while six other persons sustained injuries during the attacks.

The latest incident comes days after gunmen attacked Nding Susut community in Fan District of Barkin Ladi on 5 May, killing six persons, including five members of the same family.

PREMIUM TIMES had reported that mourners who gathered for the burial of...