By Uzair Adam
Katsina State police operatives successfully thwarted a kidnapping attempt by bandits on Sunday evening, rescuing 14 individuals and neutralizing one attacker.
The incident occurred at approximately 7:55 PM in Dan’arau village, located in the Magama-Jibia area of Jibia Local Government Area.
Armed bandits, wielding dangerous weapons, ambushed two commercial vehicles, aiming to kidnap the passengers.
Responding swiftly to a distress call, police officers engaged the bandits in a fierce gun battle.
The timely intervention led to the rescue of 14 hostages, while one of the assailants was fatally wounded.
Unfortunately, two victims sustained gunshot injuries during the confrontation.
They were immediately rushed to a nearby hospital for medical attention, but one succumbed to their injuries.
The state police command has commended the bravery of its officers and urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.