Police rescue 20 travelers from kidnappers in Katsina
Police rescue 20 travelers from kidnappers in Katsina
The Katsina State Police Command successfully thwarted two kidnapping attempts in Jibia and Faskari Local Government Areas (LGAs) on December 7, 2024, rescuing 20 captives.
According to the Command’s spokesperson, ASP Abubakar Sadiq, the first incident occurred around 7 PM at Kwanar Makera along the Katsina–Magamar Jibia road. Armed bandits opened fire on a moving vehicle, attempting to abduct its occupants.
Acting on a tip-off, operatives from the Jibia Divisional Police Headquarters swiftly intervened, engaging the bandits in a gunfight. The assailants were forced to abandon their mission, fleeing with gunshot wounds. All 10 vehicle occupants were rescued unharmed.
In a separate incident, around 8:30 PM at Marabar Bangori along the Funtua–Gusau road in Faskari LGA, suspected armed bandits ambushed another vehicle carrying passengers. Upon receiving an alert, police operatives responded promptly, engaging the attackers in a fierce gun battle. Overpowered by the officers’ superior firepower, the bandits fled the scene, leaving all passengers unharmed.
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However, one rescued victim required medical attention due to injuries inflicted by the assailants and is currently responding to treatment.
The Katsina State Police Commissioner, CP Aliyu Abubakar Musa, praised the officers for their bravery and professionalism, urging them to maintain the momentum in combating crime across the state. CP Musa also reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to ensuring the safety and security of residents.
Police rescue 20 travelers from kidnappers in Katsina
