The Katsina State Police Command, in collaboration with the military, the Department of State Services (DSS), members of the Katsina State Community Watch Corps (KSCWC), and the vigilante, have killed five bandits and recovered exhibits in two separate operations carried out in Dandume and Danmusa Local Government Areas of the state.
The spokesman for the Katsina State Police Command, DSP Abubakar Aliyu confirmed the development on Friday.
He explained that on April 10, 2025, at about 4.15 a.m based on credible intelligence, the DPO Dandume Division led a team of joint operatives to a suspected bandit’s route at Dutsen Wori village, Dandume LGA, Katsina State.
According to him the joint security team successfully ambushed a group of suspected armed bandits’ along the route.
He added that the ambush resulted in the neutralisation of five (5) suspected bandits and the recovery of seven (7) operational motorcycles (4 Hondas and 3 Boxers), which were being used by the bandits to carry out their nefarious activities.
Aliyu further revealed that on the same date at about 7.00 a.m, based on information received from the Department of State Service (DSS) on suspected armed bandit activities at Unguwar Adam and Unguwar Judo villages, Danmusa LGA, the DPO Danmusa mobilised and led a joint team of police operatives, Katsina State Community Watch Corps, and local vigilantes to the scene.
The spokesman said “A gun duel ensued which resulted in the dislodging of the bandit’s hideout. Three (3) suspected informants to the bandits, who were providing information and logistical support to the bandits, were arrested, and two (2) operational motorcycles and two (2) bicycles were also recovered during the operation.”
He assured that efforts were being intensified to apprehend the fleeing suspects.
The spokesman also said that the state Commissioner of Police, Bello Shehu commended the high level of professionalism, synergy and dedication to duty exhibited by the joint security team.
“These operations demonstrate the commitment of the command in collaboration with sister security agencies in the state to maintaining peace and security” the CP added.
The Police Commissioner further reiterated that the command under his stewardship remains vigilant and determined to tackling the menace of banditry, ensuring the safety and security of citizens of the state.