Troops  Repel Bandit Attack in Katsina, Pursue Fleeing Suspects

 

By: Zagazola Makama 

 

Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have successfully repelled an attack by armed bandits who invaded Sabon Layi and Kakumi villages, firing sporadically, in an attempt to terrorize residents.

 

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the attack occurred at about 10:00 a.m. on Friday, prompting an immediate response from combined troops comprising Nigerian Army, personnel of the Police Mobile Force (PMF)and vigilant group  in Kankara Local Government Area.

 

The troops  engaged the bandits in a fierce gun battle, forcing them to retreat with varying degrees of injuries. 

 

No casualties were recorded among the security forces or civilians.

 

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