Six abducted residents have been rescued after suspected bandits launched an attack on Lamuntani Village in Goran Dansaka Ward, Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State.
The incident occurred around 1:20 a.m. on Wednesday when armed bandits invaded the community. According to security analyst Zagazola Makama, who disclosed the development in a post on Thursday, the attackers were confronted by a combined team of police officers, military personnel, and local vigilantes.
The security operatives reportedly engaged the bandits in a fierce gun battle, which forced the assailants to retreat into the surrounding bushes.
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Those rescued unhurt were identified as Aisha Rilwanu, 12; Zainab Mansir, 15; Munnir Sani, 19; Salamatu Umar, 19; Asmau Sani, 10; and Jamila Nasiru, 21.
According to Daily Post, as the bandits fled, they reportedly attacked nearby Santan Kargo Village, injuring three residents. The victims — Yusuf Yushau (30), Ismail Abubakar (21), and Abdulmumin Sani — were rushed to Malumfashi General Hospital for treatment.
Security forces have intensified search operations in the area as two persons remain missing following the attack.
