5 killed, 5 kidnapped in Katsina bandit attack

The Katsina State Police Command has officially verified the loss of five lives and the abduction of five individuals following an assault by armed bandits in Sayaya village, Matazu Local Government Area, Katsina State.

In a statement released by the command’s Public Relations Officer (PPRO) ASP Abubakar Aliyu and provided to the press in Katsina on Tuesday.

He said, “On Nov. 6, 2023, at about 0055 hours, armed bandits in their numbers, wielding dangerous weapons such as AK-47 rifles and shooting sporadically, attacked Sayaya village, Matazu Local Government, Katsina State.

“Upon receipt of the report, immediately operatives were mobilised to the scene, where they engaged the bandits in a gun duel and succeeded in repelling the attack.

“However, five people were shot dead and two others were injured.”

The PPRO added that five other people were kidnapped by the assailants during the incident.

He revealed that the injured persons were rushed to the hospital for medical attention.

The PPRO added that the CP urged the public with information that would aid the investigation to come forward and assist.

He added that efforts were being intensified to ensure the rescue of the kidnapped victims unhurt and the arrest of perpetrators of the dastardly act.