Katsina Police Prevent Kidnapping and Rescue 14 Victims

Babatunji Wusu –

• Katsina State Police foiled a kidnapping attempt and rescued 14 victims on Sunday.
• The kidnappers, suspected armed bandits, attacked two commercial vehicles along the Magama-Jibia Road.
• A police team engaged the bandits in a gun battle, leading to the rescue of the victims.
• Two victims were injured, with one later dying from gunshot wounds.
• Investigations are ongoing to track and apprehend the fleeing bandits.
• The State’s Commissioner of Police praised the officers’ response and urged citizens to report suspicious activities.

The Katsina State Police Command successfully thwarted a kidnapping attempt on Sunday evening, rescuing 14 victims in the process. The incident took place at Dan’arau village, along the Magama-Jibia Road in Jibia Local Government Area.

According to a statement from the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), ASP Abubakar Sadiq Aliyu, the kidnappers, suspected armed bandits, fired upon two commercial vehicles in an attempt to abduct the passengers. Responding to a distress call, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Jibia LGA led a team of operatives to the scene, engaging the bandits in a gunfight. The police successfully foiled the kidnapping and rescued the 14 victims.

Sadly, two of the rescued individuals were injured by gunshots and were rushed to the hospital, though one of them later died from the wounds despite medical efforts. Authorities are continuing their investigation to identify and apprehend the fleeing bandits.

The State’s Commissioner of Police, Aliyu Abubakar, praised the officers’ bravery and swift response. He emphasized the need for ongoing efforts to combat crime and called on citizens to assist the police by providing information on suspicious activities. The CP reiterated the Police Command’s commitment to ensuring the safety of Katsina residents.