1 Dead, 14 Rescued As Police Foil Kidnap Attempt In Katsina

Men of the Katsina state police command have confirmed the rescue of 14 people, as they foil a kidnap attempt in the state.

According to reports, a group of armed bandits had attempted to kidnap 14 passengers who boarded two vehicles on Sunday, November 24 in Dan’arau village, in Magama-Jibia, Jibia Local Government Area of the state.

The police however prevented this, as they moved swiftly into action.

Confirming the incident, the spokesperson of the command, ASP Abubakar Sadiq Aliyu, in a statement on Monday, November 25, 2024 said one of the rescued victims succumbed to his injuries while receiving medical treatment.

The statement reads;

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 thescene, engaging the bandits in a fierce gun duel, successfully foiled the kidnapping attempt, and rescued fourteen (14) victims. 

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“Two (2) 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.

“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. ”