Bandit Strike Again Kills Seven In Zamfara

 

Bandits perpetrated a deadly assault on a Zamfara State community, resulting in the tragic demise of 12 villagers and seven policemen on Thursday. Muhammad Shehu Dalijan, the Commissioner of Police in the state, verified the incident, specifying that the atrocity unfolded in Magarya village within the confines of Zurmi Local Government Area.

The victims included a member of the Zamfara State Community Guards, colloquially referred to as Askarawan Zamfara, as well as four local inhabitants. Dalijan recounted that approximately 300 armed bandits descended upon the village via motorbikes. Upon arrival, they encircled the law enforcement personnel and initiated a barrage of gunfire, claiming the lives of seven officers while leaving several others wounded.

Expressing dissatisfaction with the proactive measures implemented by the police force, Dalijan remarked, “The bandits were not pleased with our concerted efforts that thwarted their nefarious activities for over two years now.” He underscored the effectiveness of police deployment in deterring previous attacks on the village, stating, “Since the reinforcement of police presence in the area, the bandits have been unable to mount any assaults.”

In response to the escalating security threat, the police commissioner announced plans for further augmentation of law enforcement personnel in the region.