The Katsina State Police Command has successfully foiled a suspected bandit attack along the Kandawa‑Dankar road in Batsari Local Government Area, recovering two AK‑47 rifles, 24 rounds of ammunition, and a Boxer motorcycle.
According to the command’s spokesman, DSP Abubakar Sadiq, the hoodlums had attempted to block the road before police intervened.
The statement, made available to newsmen on Saturday, read: “In compliance with the directives of the Inspector‑General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, for enhanced security of lives and property throughout the Federation, the Katsina State Police Command, under the leadership of CP Bello Shehu, psc, fdc, MNIM, following a comprehensive review of security strategies of the command and heightened vigilance, has succeeded in thwarting a suspected bandit activity along Kandawa to Dankar village, Batsari LGA, Katsina State, and recovered two (2) AK‑47 rifles, twenty‑four (24) rounds of live ammunition, and one (1) Boxer motorcycle.”
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The incident occurred on November 29, 2025, around 10:00 a.m., when officers received reports at Batsari Division of armed suspects attempting to block the road. A brief gunfight ensued, forcing the bandits to flee.
“Upon scanning the scene, 2 AK‑47 rifles with 24 rounds of live ammunition and 1 Boxer motorcycle were recovered from the scene. Investigation is ongoing with a view to arresting the fleeing suspects. Further developments will be communicated in due course,” the statement added.
DSP Sadiq commended the police for their quick action, stating: “The Commissioner of Police appreciates the operatives for their swift response and acts of valour, and urges members of the public to continue supporting the command with timely and credible information for prompt and decisive action against all criminal elements.”
He reassured residents of the command’s commitment, emphasizing: “The command remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of lives and property throughout the command.”