Two vigilante operatives killed as Police, others foil bandit attacks in Katsina

Operatives of the Katsina State Police Command, in collaboration with the Nigerian Military, members of the State Community Watch Corps and vigilantes, have foiled simultaneous attacks in Jibia township.

ASP Abubakar Sadiq Aliyu, Police Public Relations Officer, Katsina State Police Command, disclosed this in a statement.

“At about 2115 hrs (9:15 pm), suspected armed bandits launched coordinated attacks on Ka’ida, Unguwar One Boy, and Danmarke quarters, all in Jibia Township, Jibia LGA, Katsina State.

“The swift response of the joint security team led by the DPO Jibia repelled the attackers, resulting in a fierce gun duel that lasted for over an hour,” the statement said.

The statement added that the superior firepower and tactical advantage of the joint security team eventually forced the bandits to retreat with unspecified casualties.

The operation resulted in the successful rescue of 16 victims trapped by the bandits.

According to the statement, five persons sustained gunshot injuries as a result of the bandits’ attack.

The injured victims were rushed to a nearby hospital for medical attention.

Also, according to the statement, one member of the Katsina State Community Watch Corps and a vigilante member lost their lives during the encounter.

The Command noted that, in collaboration with sister security agencies, it is making efforts to ensure the arrest of the bandits.

The Commissioner of Police, Katsina State Police Command, CP Aliyu Abubakar Musa, reassured the public of the Command’s commitment to safeguarding lives and properties in the state.

He further urged citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the nearest Police Station or through the Command’s emergency numbers: 0815 967 7777 and
0707 272 2539.