A joint security operation in Kebbi State has resulted in the death of a vigilante member and the neutralisation of four suspected bandits following a violent attack in Danko Wasagu Local Government Area.
According to security sources, the incident began when a large group of armed bandits, reportedly infiltrating from the Gumi Forest area of neighbouring Zamfara State, launched an attack on Gadar Wanda community, located on the outskirts of Danko Town.
The assailants rustled an unspecified number of livestock during the raid.
Upon receiving a distress call, the Divisional Police Officer swiftly mobilised a combined team of police tactical units, local vigilantes, and members of the Yansakai group to pursue the attackers.
The security operatives eventually engaged the bandits in a gun duel, during which four of the suspects were neutralised, forcing others to flee with injuries.
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However, the operation recorded a casualty as a Yansakai vigilante member, identified as Tukur Ukuhu, aged 40, lost his life in the exchange of gunfire.
Additionally, a Police Constabulary officer, Shehu Mohammed Maikaji, sustained gunshot wounds and is currently receiving treatment at Martha Bamaiyi General Hospital in Zuru.
The body of the deceased vigilante was also deposited at the same hospital before being released to his family for burial in accordance with local customs.
Security agencies have since intensified efforts to recover the stolen livestock and track down the fleeing bandits as operations continue in the area.
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