A kidnapping victim has reportedly died from gunshot injuries while receiving medical treatment after being attacked by armed bandits in Jibia Local Government Area of Katsina State.
The victim was one of two rescued individuals suffering from gunshot wounds, both rushed to the hospital by the state police.
The incident occurred around 755 p.m. when suspected bandits, armed and shooting indiscriminately, ambushed two commercial vehicles at Dan’arau village along the Magama Jibia road in Jibia LGA, intending to abduct the passengers.
In response, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Jibia led a team to the scene, engaging the attackers in a fierce gun battle.
According to Katsina State Police Command spokesperson ASP Abubakar Sadiq, the operation successfully thwarted the kidnapping and rescued 14 victims.
Efforts to capture the fleeing suspects are ongoing. The Katsina State Commissioner of Police, CP Aliyu Musa, has urged the public to report any information about criminal activities to the nearest police station.
He also commended the officers involved for their bravery and commitment, encouraging them to maintain their vigilance.
“On November 24th, 2024, at about 1955 hrs, suspected armed bandits, armed with dangerous weapons, shooting sporadically, attacked two (2) 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 foiled the kidnapping attempt, and rescued fourteen (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.”
He said 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”.
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