Police Rescue Five Abducted Travellers in Zamfara

Five travellers abducted by suspected bandits in Zamfara State have been rescued by the state police command. The incident occurred on June 10 around 7 p.m. when armed bandits reportedly barricaded the Anka–Bukkuyum Road, seizing the travellers. The Zamfara State Police Command spokesperson, DSP Yazid Abubakar, announced the rescue on Thursday, stating it followed a rapid response from the Anti-Violent Crime Response Unit.

Upon receiving the distress call, police operatives mobilized to the scene and initiated a coordinated rescue mission. They pursued the suspects into the surrounding bush, engaging them in a gun battle. The police reported that the superior firepower and determination of the operatives forced the criminals to abandon their captives and flee into the forest, likely with gunshot wounds.

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Faced with the superior firepower and determination of the police operatives, the criminals abandoned their mission and fled into the forest with suspected gunshot wounds.

All five victims were successfully rescued unharmed. During the operation, police also recovered two motorcycles that are believed to have been used by the bandits. The command reiterated its commitment to combating criminal activities and ensuring resident safety. They urged the public to continue providing timely and credible information to aid security efforts.

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Upon receiving the distress information, the police team immediately mobilised to the scene and launched a coordinated rescue mission.