The command’s Public Relations Officer, ASP Ahmed Rufa’i, confirmed the incident which he said the police were still investigating.
Also confirming the attacks, Hon Kabiru Gada, a legislator in the State Assembly, said: “The report at my disposal shows that many people were killed while some sustained injuries from gunshots. “As I am talking to you, I am on my way to the area to ascertain the level of casualties and as well console families of those who lost their lives during the unfortunate clash.”
The suspected bandits at the height of the crisis shot and killed the vigilante leader which sparked reprisal by members of the vigilantes.
Source: News Formal (newsformal.com)
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