Bandits attack in Faskari foiled as fatalities recorded among Security Operatives and civilian

By: Zagazola Makama

Armed bandits on Tuesday launched coordinated attacks on Kadisau, Raudama, and Sabon Layi villages in Faskari Local Government Area of Katsina State, which was successfully repelled but fatalities were recorded on the bandits, security personnel and civilian.

The attacks occurred around 5:00 p.m. when the heavily armed attackers stormed the communities in large numbers, shooting sporadically and causing panic among residents.

A joint response team comprising troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, police personnel, and air the component were swiftly deployed to the scene. The intervention led to a gun battle during which some of the attackers were reportedly neutralized.

However, some security operatives paid the supreme price while one civilian also sustained injuries and is currently receiving treatment at the General Hospital in Funtua, where the remains of the deceased were deposited.

Security sources confirmed that normalcy has been restored in the affected communities.