Bandits attack vigilante camp in Zamfara, kill one, injure seven
By: Zagazola Makama
Armed bandits have launched a deadly night attack on a vigilante camp in Adabka Village, Bukkuyum Local Government Area of Zamfara State, killing one member of the Community Protection Guard (CPG) and injuring seven others.
Zagazola Makama gathered that the attack occurred at about 10:07 p.m. on Saturday, June 21, when a large number of armed men stormed the camp and opened fire on members of the local security group.
Local sources said the assailants caught the camp off guard, leading to a brief but intense exchange of gunfire. One member of the CPG was reportedly shot dead on the spot, while seven others sustained serious injuries.
The injured were rushed to a nearby medical facility for urgent treatment, while the body of the deceased was evacuated for burial after an autopsy was conducted.
In the aftermath of the incident, security forced and community guards vigilante group launched joint patrols across the area to deter further attacks and reassure residents.
