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Police Foil Bandits’ Attack, Recover 7 Motorcycles in Katsina 

By Zagazola Makama

Police operatives in Katsina State have foiled a bandits’ attack on Matinji village in Kankia Local Government Area and recovered seven motorcycles used by the attackers.

Police sources said the incident occurred at about 6:00 p.m. on May 2 when heavily armed bandits, riding on about 10 motorcycles, invaded the community with intent to attack residents.

The sources disclosed that upon receiving the report, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Kankia swiftly mobilised Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) strike teams to the scene.

According to the sources, the operatives engaged the bandits in a fierce gun duel, forcing them to retreat in disarray into a nearby forest with suspected gunshot wounds.

They added that the attackers abandoned seven motorcycles, which were recovered by the police and taken as exhibits.

The sources said the area has since been secured and tactically cordoned off, while mop-up operations are ongoing to track down fleeing suspects.

They noted that further updates will be communicated as investigation continues.