Police, others repel Zamfara bandit attack in two-hour gunfight

A joint security team in Zamfara State engaged in a two-hour gunfight to repel a bandit attack along Gadar Manya in the Anka Local Government Area. The confrontation occurred on Monday when armed bandits attempted to cross the highway and opened fire upon sighting the security operatives.

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On sighting the security team, the bandits opened fire, leading to an intense exchange of gunfire that lasted for about two hours. The operatives responded effectively, forcing the criminals to retreat into the bush with suspected gunshot wounds.

The Zamfara State Police Command, in collaboration with other security agencies, responded effectively to the ambush. The intense exchange of gunfire forced the criminals to retreat into the bush, reportedly sustaining gunshot wounds. This successful repulsion of the attack highlights the ongoing efforts to combat banditry across the state.

During the operation, two motorcycles abandoned by the fleeing bandits were recovered at the scene. This brings the total number of motorcycles seized from bandits in recent anti-banditry operations to twelve. The police stated that efforts are underway to track down and apprehend the suspects who escaped.

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This development brings the total number of motorcycles recovered during recent anti-banditry operations to twelve.

The police command reiterated its commitment to protecting lives and property and urged the public to continue providing crucial information to support security operations. This incident follows a recent report of at least 39 residents being abducted in the Maradun Local Government Area during a community dialogue.

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The police added that the command remains resolute in its commitment to protecting lives and property and urges members of the public to continue providing useful information that can support security operations across the state.