Police rescue 32 kidnapped victims and stop bandit attack in Sokoto
A coordinated security operation by the Sokoto State Police Command has led to the rescue of 32 kidnapped victims in Rabah Local Government Area. The operation, which involved police tactical teams and the military, forced armed bandits to abandon their captives and stolen livestock. According to police spokesperson DSP Ahmad Rufai, the victims, mostly women and children, are now safe and receiving support. Commissioner of Police Hayatu Shaffa has assured the public that efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspects.
What happened
- The police and military responded to a distress call about a bandit invasion in Maikujera village, Rabah LGA.
- Security teams engaged the bandits in a gun battle, leading to the rescue of 32 kidnapped victims.
- The rescued group includes six adult males and 26 females, most of whom are children.
- Four people were killed by the bandits before security forces arrived.
- Commissioner Hayatu Shaffa expressed condolences to the bereaved families and reaffirmed the commitment to fighting banditry in the state.
