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3 killed as bandits set houses, silos ablaze in Zamfara
The Spokesperson for the State Police Command, Yazid Abubakar, disclosed this in a statement issued on Monday.
He said the attack occurred on March 28, 2026, at about 10:30 p.m., when a group of armed bandits wielding AK-47 rifles attacked Dangoro village via Nahuche District in Bungudu Local Government Area.
According to Abubakar, the assailants invaded the community, shooting sporadically and setting houses and silos ablaze.
“Upon receipt of the report, a joint team of police operatives and vigilante members swiftly mobilised and responded to the scene.
“The team engaged the hoodlums in a gun duel, successfully repelling the attack and forcing the criminals to flee into the bush with possible gunshot injuries.
“Regrettably, three persons lost their lives during the incident, including a member of the Community Protection Guard.
“Additionally, five persons sustained gunshot injuries, while four others suffered varying degrees of burn injuries.
“The bandits also burnt several houses, silos containing food grains, and livestock, including goats,” he said.
Abubakar further explained that all injured victims had been evacuated to the Federal Medical Centre, Gusau, where they are currently receiving treatment and responding positively.
He added that the command has intensified efforts to track down and apprehend the perpetrators of the attack.
Abubakar also said the commissioner of police, Ahmad Muhammad, assured residents of the command’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives and property.
He urged residents to remain calm and vigilant and to continue to cooperate with security agencies by providing credible information.
