Troops repel bandit attack in Katsina, rescue three kidnapped victims

Troops repel bandit attack in Katsina, rescue three kidnapped victims

By: Zagazola Makama

The troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA have foiled a bandit attack on Tashar Gemu Village in Malumfashi Local Government Area, neutralised one suspected bandit and rescued three kidnapped victims unhurt.

Zagazola learnt that the incident occurred on Wednesday at about 6:00 a.m., following credible intelligence received from residents that armed bandits riding on motorcycles were approaching the community.

The troops in collaboration with the police operatives, and members of the Community Watch Corps to repel the attack.

“On arrival, the team engaged the bandits in a gun duel, forcing them to retreat. The troops pursued them towards Unguwar Gambo village and succeeded in neutralising one of the attackers,”said the sources.

Three individuals who had been kidnapped by the fleeing bandits were successfully rescued during the operation.

The victims were identified as Yahaya Murtala, Murwana Murtala, and Suleiman Abdullahi, all residents of Tashar Gemu village.

Troops repel bandit attack in Katsina, rescue three kidnapped victims