Tension as Bandits Kill 11, Injure 2 in Fresh Attack
- Suspected armed bandits killed 11 residents during a deadly attack on Gurbi village in Katsina state
- Two others were injured as armed assailants opened fire on residents in Kankara local government area on Sunday, April 26, 2026
- The state Police spokesman, DSP Abubakar Sadiq-Aliyu, said security forces increased patrols to prevent further incidents and track down perpetrators
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Katsina State - Suspected bandits have killed 11 people at Gurbi village in Kankara local government area of Katsina state.
The terrorists also injured two other people during the deadly attack.
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The state police spokesman, DSP Abubakar Sadiq-Aliyu, said armed bandits attacked the community at about 2.40 pm on Sunday, April 26, 2026.
Sadiq-Aliyu said the bandits opened fire on unsuspecting residents and killed the victims on the spot.
As reported by Vanguard, Sadiq-Aliyu made this known in a statement issued in Katsina on Monday, April 27, 2026.
He said the bandits retreated following a swift respond form a joint security team, including police, military, and other agencies.
“The assailants fled as security forces closed in on the scene.
“The injured victims were taken to a nearby hospital for urgent treatment, while the deceased were buried according to Islamic rites.”
The police spokesperson said the command reinforced security in the area, deploying additional tactical teams to prevent further incidents.
Sadiq-Aliyu said the command had also ordered intensified patrols and closer collaboration between security agencies and local communities.
“Efforts are ongoing to track down the perpetrators of the heinous act.”
He urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious movements.
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