Eleven people killed in bandit raid on Katsina village

A deadly assault by suspected bandits occurred at Gurbi Village, located in Kankara Local Government Area, resulting in the loss of 11 lives, according to the Katsina State police command.

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The police spokesman, DSP Abubakar Sadiq-Aliyu, revealed this information in a statement released in Katsina on Monday, also confirming that two individuals sustained injuries during the attack.

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The bandits launched their attack at approximately 2:40 p.m. on Sunday, firing upon unsuspecting residents and claiming the lives of their victims instantly.

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According to Sadiq-Aliyu, the attackers fled the scene as security forces approached, and a joint security team comprising police, military, and other agencies quickly responded to a distress call, forcing the attackers to retreat.

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The injured victims received urgent treatment at a nearby hospital, while the deceased were laid to rest in accordance with Islamic customs, as stated by Sadiq-Aliyu.

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In response to the attack, the command bolstered security in the area by deploying additional tactical teams to prevent further incidents from occurring.

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Sadiq-Aliyu also announced that the command has ordered increased patrols and enhanced collaboration between security agencies and local communities.

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Efforts to apprehend the perpetrators of the heinous act are currently underway, and Sadiq-Aliyu urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious movements to the authorities.