KATSINA – The Katsina State Police Command has foiled a kidnap try alongside Funtua-Gusau freeway and rescued ten kidnapped victims.
DSP Abubakar Sadiq Aliyu, the state command spokesperson disclosed this in a press release made obtainable to newsmen in Katsina on Sunday.
Aliyu mentioned on April 19, 2025, at about 2135 hours, data was obtained at Faskari Division that suspected armed bandits laid ambush at Marabar Bangori village alongside Funtua-Gusau Highway with intent to kidnap occupants of two automobiles.
In response to him, the automobiles, a black Golf Saloon (BWR 781 SW) and an ash-colored Golf (DTM 179 TA), have been en route from Katsina to Faskari.
Upon receiving the knowledge, APC patrol crew connected to Faskari Division mobilized and responded promptly to the scene, participating the bandits in a gun battle. The bandits have been overpowered and fled into the close by bush, abandoning their mission.
He added that, ten victims, together with two drivers and eight passengers, have been rescued unharmed. Efforts are being made to make sure the arrest of the fleeing suspects as investigations proceeds. Additional developments will likely be communicated in the end.
The Commissioner of Police, Katsina State Command, CP Bello Shehu, in his remarks, recommended the officers for his or her professionalism and immediate response, which undoubtedly saved lives.
He reiterated the dedication of the command in the direction of guaranteeing the security and safety of the great residents of the state.
