Operatives of the Katsina State Police Command successfully thwarted a kidnapping attempt along the Funtua-Gusau Road in Faskari Local Government Area, rescuing five victims after a fierce gun battle with suspected armed bandits.
According to a statement released by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abubakar Sadiq Aliyu, the incident occurred on May 19 at about 9:37 PM when bandits attacked two vehicles—a Hummer bus (Reg. No. T0510 KN) and a white Mendez truck (Reg. No. LFA 508 YR)—at Unguwar Basau.
Upon receiving a distress call, an Anti-Kidnapping Unit (APC) patrol team swiftly moved to the scene, engaging the assailants in a gunfight. The police overpowered the bandits with superior firepower, rescuing all five victims, including two drivers and three passengers.
Four of the rescued victims sustained injuries and were rushed to Sheme Primary Health Care Centre for treatment, where they are currently responding well.
The Commissioner of Police, Katsina State Command, CP Bello Shehu, praised the operatives for their bravery and urged them to sustain the momentum in the fight against banditry.
Investigation into the incident is ongoing, with further updates to be communicated in due course.
