The state police spokesperson said two cops were injured in the attack.
The deceased were Shayibu Hamza (48), Abdulmalik Yahya (29), Jamilu Inusa (29) and Ibrahim Musa (42). They were all residents of Firo village in Ganjuwa LGA.
“The DPO mobilised his men and rushed to the village, but the gunmen had left with the victims. Our men are now combing the bushes in pursuit of the criminals.”
The suspects are Isaac Ezekiel, 32, Nensok Bawa, 38, and Yohana Luka, 52, popularly called “Doctor Samu”.
Police spokesman Ahmed Wakili on Friday said the investigation was to unravel the identity of the baby’s mother.
The Police warned parents to always follow the proper channels in seeking remedies for their sick children.
