The Police Command in Benue on Friday confirmed the killing of four armed bandits by operatives of the Operation Zenda Joint Task Force (JTF). Udeme said the bandits were neutralised in a gun duel with the Police at a checkpoint in Orakam, Ogbadibo Local Area of the state. “In a desperate attempt to evade arrest, two of the suspects removed AK-47 rifles and opened fire on the personnel. “As a result of the engagement, four armed bandits were neutralised, while one armed suspect fled into a nearby bush,” she said. Udeme also said they recovered one AK-47 rifle, a magazine containing 15 rounds of live ammunition, the vehicle and assorted charms.