Crime
Police Officer wounded while repelling bandit attack on security camp in Katsina
Police Officer wounded while repelling bandit attack on security camp in Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
Security forces have successfully repelled an attempted armed bandit attack on C Watch Camp in Rimaye Village, Kankia Local Government Area.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 12:30 a.m. on June 30 when suspected armed bandits stormed the location in an attempt to overrun the camp.
Security sources swiftly mobilised a team to the scene, where they engaged the assailants in a gun duel.
The bandits were forced to retreat and flee the scene with unspecified casualties on their side.
During the exchange of gunfire, the Officer-in-Charge of Rimaye Police Outpost, ASP Shola Odenkule, sustained gunshot wounds on his right leg, as well as bruises to his head and right hand.
He was immediately rushed to Primary Healthcare Centre (PHC), Rimaye, where he received medical treatment and was admitted for further observation.
Police Officer wounded while repelling bandit attack on security camp in Katsina