Bandits Ambush Police Convoy in Katsina, Kill Two Officers and Seize Weapons
Suspected armed bandits attacked a police convoy at Sabon Garin Garu village in Musawa LGA, Katsina State, on April 7, 2026, around 5:50 p.m. The gunmen rode about 30 motorcycles and opened fire on five officers of the Police Mobile Force (27 PMF) travelling from Zamfara State. Three officers were rescued unhurt after a brief gun duel with police tactical teams and community watch groups. Tragically, Sergeant Bilyaminu Babangida and PC Abdulaziz Musa were killed in the ambush. The attackers also made off with the officers’ service rifles and a riot gunner. Reinforcements were deployed from Dutsinma, Kankia, Matazu and Kankara to block escape routes. A cordon and search operation is ongoing to recover the stolen arms and apprehend the perpetrators.
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