A young mobile money operator was fatally shot at the entrance of his home on Tuesday night in what residents are describing as a targeted attack that has sent shockwaves through the community.
The incident occurred on February 24, 2026, in Bugnatenga, a suburb of Garu. The victim, popularly known in the area as K2, had just closed from work and was returning to his residence when he was ambushed by unknown gunmen.
According to eyewitness accounts, the assailants confronted the victim at his doorstep and opened fire at close range, killing him instantly before fleeing the scene.
The brazen nature of the killing, occurring at the victim’s residence, has heightened anxiety in the area, particularly among small-scale business operators who now fear they are vulnerable to similar attacks.
Residents expressed shock that criminals could strike so close to home without immediate repercussions.
This murder adds to a growing pattern of gun violence in the district.
Community members recall recent incidents, including a reported shooting at the Garu District Health Insurance Office and other fatal attacks that have claimed multiple lives over the past few months.
In the wake of the latest killing, residents are urgently calling on the police and relevant security agencies to intervene.
Leaders in the community are demanding swift action to apprehend the perpetrators and restore public confidence, warning that the recurring violence threatens the peace and security of the area.
