Suspected bandits have killed six people and abducted two others during a late-night attack on Jargaba community in Bakori Local Government Area of Katsina State.
According to reports, the gunmen arrived in large numbers on Thursday night and opened fire at a popular hangout spot where local men often gather, killing six individuals on the spot.
Confirming the development to City Round, the state Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abubakar Sadiq, said, “Yes, bandits attacked the community and shot people but two died on the spot while four of them who were injured yesterday but were also confirmed dead today making a total of six people that were killed. But, as for the kidnapping incident, I’m not sure whether I will contact the DPO to confirm with him.”
A member of the Katsina State House of Assembly representing the council, Abdulrahman Ahmed, also confirmed the incident and expressed deep concern over the insecurity plaguing the area.
“After the assailants left, it was discovered that two children had also been killed in the course of the attack. In addition, it is suspected that they abducted two individuals from a nearby house,” Ahmed stated.
The attack has left residents of Jargaba community in fear and mourning, as calls for increased security presence continue to mount.
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