Vigilante killed during bandit ambush at Bauchi reserve
A joint patrol team was attacked by armed bandits at Yankari Game Reserve in Bauchi State, resulting in the death of a vigilante member, Hambali Sa’adu. The incident was confirmed by Police Public Relations Officer Nafiu Abubakar. Four bandits were killed during the exchange of gunfire, and four suspects are now in custody. Commissioner of Police Sani-Omolori Aliyu expressed condolences to the family and community of the deceased.
What happened
- Hambali Alhaji Sa’adu, a 27-year-old vigilante from Mai-Ari Village, was killed after sustaining gunshot wounds during the ambush.
- The attack occurred while a joint patrol of police and vigilante members was on routine patrol along the Bakin Layi axis of the reserve.
- The security team regrouped and killed four bandits, while several others escaped with suspected gunshot wounds.
- Four suspects were arrested and are under investigation to determine their involvement and help track down other members of the syndicate.
- Commissioner Sani-Omolori Aliyu praised the bravery of the team and assured the public of ongoing efforts to tackle banditry in the area.
