Security forces overpower bandits, rescue 32 kidnap victims in Sokoto
Operatives of the Sokoto State Police Command, in collaboration with the Nigerian Army, have rescued 32 kidnapped victims and foiled a major bandit operation in Maikujera Village, Rabah Local Government Area. A statement by the command’s Public Relations Officer, Ahmad Rufa’i, on Monday said the operation followed a distress call reporting the movement of heavily […] Security forces overpower…
Security forces, in partnership with the Nigerian Army, have successfully rescued 32 kidnapped victims and thwarted a significant bandit operation in Maikujera Village, Rabah Local Government Area of Sokoto State. According to a statement from the state police command's Public Relations Officer, Ahmad Rufa'i, the operation was prompted by a distress call about heavily armed bandits moving with stolen livestock and seized individuals.
Police tactical teams, including the Anti-Kidnapping Unit and Violent Crime Reaction Unit, quickly responded and, working with the Army Forward Operating Base, blocked the bandits' escape routes. A fierce gun battle ensued as the security forces engaged the criminals, who were ultimately overwhelmed by the superior firepower and fled with the hostages and livestock.
As a result of the search operation, 32 kidnapped victims were rescued, consisting of six adult males and 26 females, mostly children. The rescued individuals are now receiving medical and psychological support while awaiting reunification with their families. However, four individuals were confirmed to have lost their lives before the security forces' arrival.
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