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Bandits Strike In Kaduna Again, 3 Killed, 22 Abducted

Bandits Strike In Kaduna Again, 3 Killed, 22 Abducted
  • PublishedSeptember 26, 2022

Bandits have struck in Kaduna again, and no fewer than 3 people have been killed, 22 others abducted as bandits launched fresh attacks in different communities in Birnin-Gwari LGA of the State.

The incident was said to have happened on Saturday, September 24, 2022, but was confirmed to newsmen on Monday morning, September 26, 2022.

According to reports, the attackers also snatched their victims’ motorcycles.

Confirming the incident, Ishaq Usman Kasai, Chairman of Birnin-Gwari Emirate Progressive Union (BEPU) told journalists on Monday that on Saturday 24th September, 2022 around 7:30pm.

He added that the bandits invaded Hayin Gada of Damari Community in Kazage Ward, killed 2 locals namely; Sanusi Zubairu and Kabiru Zubairu.

He said the bandits kidnapped 12 persons and looted shops in the same community during the attack.

“On same Saturday, another group of bandits killed 1 and kidnapped 6 persons at FARM CENTER near Birnin-Gwari/Kaduna Road. The bandits also kidnapped 4 others at Dajin JANGALI and seized 3 motorcycles (Bajaj Model) from farmers at Kamfanin Doka area.”

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