By Abdullahi InuwaÂ
CP Bello Shehu Applauds Officers, Urges Public Vigilance
In a major win against banditry, the Katsina State Police Command has successfully foiled a kidnap attempt in the early hours of June 18th, 2025, rescuing four victims—including three women and a baby girl—at Mazare village in Sabuwa Local Government Area.
Acting on a distress call at exactly 12:21 a.m., operatives led by the Divisional Police Officer of Sabuwa swiftly mobilized to the scene where they encountered armed bandits attempting to whisk away the victims. Despite the attackers injuring two male residents, Sa’idu Isa (37) and Sa’idu Wa’alam (61), the police team engaged the criminals in a fierce gun duel, forcing them to flee and abandoning their captives.
Thanks to the superior firepower and swift response of the command, all four kidnapped victims were rescued unharmed. The injured residents are currently receiving treatment and are said to be responding well.
The Commissioner of Police, Katsina State Command, CP Bello Shehu, psc, fdc, MNIM, commended the bravery of his men and reassured the public of the command’s dedication to protecting lives and property. He urged citizens to continue collaborating with the police through timely reporting of suspicious activities.
Efforts are ongoing to track and apprehend the fleeing suspects as investigations continue.
— DSP Abubakar Sadiq Aliyu, anipr
Police Public Relations Officer, Katsina State Command.
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