Police operatives in Sokoto State have foiled an attempted bandit attack on Tsabre community in Isa Local Government Area, recovering two rocket launchers and other items abandoned by the fleeing attackers.
The attack occurred around 1am on Friday when armed men invaded the community and opened sporadic gunfire, causing panic among residents.
Following a distress call, the Divisional Police Officer in Isa mobilised tactical teams, including operatives from the Anti-Kidnapping Unit and Violent Crime Response Unit. The officers engaged the attackers in a gun battle, forcing them to retreat into a nearby forest.
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According to the police, the attackers fled with casualties, while officers later combed the surrounding bushes and recovered two rocket launchers, two empty AK-47 magazines, a keypad phone, touch light, Army jungle hat, sweater cap, five pairs of sandals and a rain jacket.
The Sokoto State Commissioner of Police, Hayatu Shaffa, commended the officers for their swift response and urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities.
Police are continuing efforts to track the fleeing attackers and appealed to residents to report anyone suspected of sustaining gunshot wounds.
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