Seven people have been injured after gunmen opened fire on traders returning from a market in Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State.

The Plateau State Police Command confirmed the incident, stating that the victims were attacked while returning from the market.

The injured victims were reportedly rushed to medical facilities for treatment, while security operatives were deployed to the area following the attack.

The police have commenced investigations into the incident and efforts are ongoing to identify the attackers and determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

Residents have been urged to remain vigilant and provide security agencies with useful information that could assist in preventing further attacks in the area.