The Katsina State Police Command has successfully foiled a kidnap attempt along
Funtua-Gusau highway and rescued ten kidnapped victims.
The state Command’s spokesperson, DSP Abubakar Aliyu, made this known on Sunday.
According to him, the Faskari Division, at about 10:35 PM on Saturday, April 19, 2025, received information that suspected armed bandits had laid ambush at Marabar Bangori village along Funtua-Gusau Road with intent to kidnap occupants of two vehicles, a black Golf Saloon (BWR 781 SW) and a grey Golf (DTM 179 TA), which were en route from Katsina to Faskari.
Upon receiving the information, APC patrol team attached to Faskari Division mobilized and responded promptly to the scene, where they engaged the bandits in a gun battle. The bandits were overpowered and fled into the nearby bush, abandoning their mission.
Ten victims, including two drivers and eight passengers, were rescued unhurt.
“Efforts are being made to ensure the arrest of the fleeing suspects as the investigation proceeds. Further developments will be communicated in due course”, Aliyu stated.
The Commissioner of Police, Katsina State Command, CP Bello Shehu, has commended the officers for their professionalism and prompt response, which undoubtedly saved lives, while reiterating the commitment of the command towards ensuring the safety and security of the good people of the state.
