Bandits Kill 13 Persons In Katsina

No fewer than 13 persons were reportedly killed by gunmen suspected to be bandits in Katsina State, yesterday.

The terrorists were said to have stormed Bakori-Funtua axis of Katsina State, yesterday, while women and children were also kidnapped in Bakori LGA of the state.

A source told Vanguard that the terrorists began their operation from Dakuwa village, late Monday, looting shops before proceeding to Gidan Kanawa, where they killed three people.

Not satisfied with their adventure at Dakuwa and Gidan Kanawa village, the hoodlums proceeded to Cugar community in Bakori LGA yesterday where they killed additional 10 persons and abducted their village head, Umar.

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In the course of the operation, the terrorists also raided the communities, looting valuables, razing houses, cars and motorcycles in the adventure that lasted till yesterday, the source disclosed.

Confirming the report, Abdullahi Umar, the son of the kidnapped village head, said: “We started hearing gunshots around 1:00 am on Tuesday. This threw our community into commotion. I saw my father heading towards the village centre but was escorted back to his residence by gun-wielding men, who ransacked our homes, then took him away with several children and women. They also rustled animals and burnt down houses, cars, and motorcycles.”

Abdullahi, however, noted that the hoodlums are yet to contact the community or family members of those kidnapped to make any demand.

The slain victims were said to have been buried around noon yesterday) according to Islamic rites, a source said.

While confirming the attack, the Police spokesman in the state, Gambo Isah, said: “The security operatives are on top of the issue and details will be provided in due course.”