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Troops repels bandits’ attack in Katsina, two injured

By: Zagazola Makama 

Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA have repelled an attack by suspected armed bandits on Unguwar Sani Village in Sabuwa Local Government Area of Katsina State.

Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 11:28 p.m. on March 1, following a distress call received from residents of the community.

According to the source, a joint security forces were swiftly deployed to the village, where they encountered the hoodlums in a gun duel.

“The troops  intercepted the armed men and engaged them in an exchange of gunfire, forcing the bandits to retreat into the bush,” the source said.

It was later discovered that two residents, identified as Isiya Alhaji Sale, 40, and Rabilu Abdulhamid, 25, sustained gunshot injuries during the attack.

The victims were evacuated to the General Hospital, Sabuwa, for medical attention.

Efforts are ongoing to track down and apprehend the fleeing suspects.