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The Katsina State Police Command reported that it had saved 14 people and stopped a bandit kidnapping attempt along the Katsina-Jibia road.
According to ASP Abubakar Aliyu, a command spokeswoman, the bandits had targeted two commercial trucks and planned to kidnap the occupants for ransom.
Two of the passengers were shot by the bandits, according to Aliyu, and one of them passed away from his wounds after being taken to the hospital.
“On November 24, 2024, at about 1955 hrs, suspected armed bandits, armed with dangerous weapons and shooting sporadically, attacked two commercial vehicles at Dan’arau village along Magama Jibia road in Jibia LGA, Katsina State, in an attempt to kidnap the occupants.
“The Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Jibia led a team of operatives to the scene, engaging the bandits in a fierce gun duel, successfully foiling the kidnapping attempt and rescuing 14 victims.
“Two rescued victims suffered gunshot injuries and were rushed to the hospital for immediate medical attention. Unfortunately, one victim succumbed to his injuries while receiving treatment.
“Efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspects as the investigation proceeds.
“The CP, while commending the officers’ exceptional display of gallantry and dedication to duty, charged officers to sustain the tempo. He further urged members of the public with useful information on suspected criminal activities to report to the nearest police station promptly.”
