Police 'foil' kidnap attempt by bandits along Kaduna highway

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The Kaduna police command says its operatives have repelled a kidnap attempt by bandits on the Buruku-Kaduna highway.

In a statement on Friday, Mansur Hassan, police spokesperson in the state, said the operatives foiled the attack while conducting a routine patrol.“On March 21, at 1300hrs, officers from the 47PMF attached to Buruku Police Station successfully thwarted a kidnapping attempt by bandits along the Buruku-Kaduna highway,” the statement reads.

“In a display of remarkable courage and professionalism, the PMF personnel returned fire, effectively neutralizing the threat posed by the armed bandits.“Despite their attempts to evade capture, the bandits suffered fatal injuries during the confrontation.” Hassan said Audi Ali, commissioner of police in the state, commended the operatives for their courage and prompt response in thwarting the incident.

He said the commissioner urged the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to the security operatives.Click on the link below to join TheCable Channel on WhatsApp for your Breaking News, Business Analysis, Politics, Fact Check, Sports and Entertainment News!

 

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