Army troops neutralize two armed robbers, arrest two in Kaduna estate raid
By: Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Army Troops of 1 Division and Operation FANSAN YANMA have eliminated l two armed robbers and the arrested of two others following a robbery incident at Gashash Estate in Barnawa, Kaduna South.
Zagazola Makama gathered that the incident occurred at about 3:10 a.m. on Wednesday, when a gang of about eight armed hoodlums invaded the estate and robbed occupants at gunpoint, carting away valuables.
Acting on a distress call, the troops with support from police were swiftly deployed to the area. The combined team pursued the fleeing suspects and intercepted them at Makera Main Road, Kakuri.
On sighting them the suspects attempted to flee, prompting a brief encounter during which two of the robbers were neutralized, and two others arrested.
Recovered items include: Seven mobile phone, three wristwatches, two laptops, two PlayStation consoles, Assorted jewelry, One locally made pistol and other dangerous weapons.
Security agencies have launched an operation to track down the remaining members of the gang and ascertain the full extent of their criminal activities.
