The Katsina State Police Command announced on Sunday that it successfully thwarted a kidnapping attempt on the Funtua-Gusau Highway, rescuing ten victims unharmed.
The rescued individuals included two drivers and eight passengers. Efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspects as investigations continue.
In a statement, Police Command spokesperson Abubakar Sadiq explained that on April 19, 2025, at around 9:35 p.m., the Faskari Division received a report that suspected armed bandits had ambushed Marabar Bangori village along the Funtua-Gusau Road, targeting the occupants of two vehicles.
The vehicles, a black Golf Saloon (BWR 781 SW) and an ash-colored Golf (DTM 179 TA), were traveling from Katsina to Faskari when the incident occurred.
Sadiq further noted that the Faskari Division’s patrol team promptly mobilized to the scene, engaging the bandits in a gunfight and successfully rescuing the victims.
“The bandits were overpowered and fled into the nearby bush, abandoning their mission. Ten (10) victims, including two drivers and eight passengers, were rescued unhurt. Efforts are being made to ensure the arrest of the fleeing suspects as the investigation proceeds. Further developments will be communicated in due course,” the statement added.
The Commissioner of Police, Katsina State Command, Bello Shehu, commended the officers for their professionalism and prompt response, which undoubtedly saved lives.
Shehu further reiterated the commitment of the command towards ensuring the safety and security of the good people of the State.
Meanwhile, police authorities in the state say it has successfully arrested two suspected notorious drug dealers and recovered a large quantity of tramadol tablets worth ₦3,500,000.00.
The suspects were arrested, and they both confessed to the commission of the offence, as an investigation is ongoing. This is part of efforts to curb substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking in the state.