Sokoto Police Prevent Bandit Attack, Seize Rocket Launchers

The Sokoto State Police Command successfully foiled an attempted bandit attack on the Tsabre community in Isa Local Government Area. The incident occurred around 1am on a Friday when armed men invaded the village, firing sporadically and causing panic among residents.

Police Public Relations Officer Ahmad Rufa’i reported that the Divisional Police Officer in Isa mobilized tactical teams, including the Anti-Kidnapping Unit and Violent Crime Response Unit, in response to a distress call. The police engaged the bandits in a fierce gun battle, which lasted for some time, ultimately overpowering the attackers and forcing them to flee into a nearby forest.

Following the confrontation, police combed the area and recovered two rocket launchers, two empty AK-47 magazines, a Techno keypad phone without a battery, a touch light, an Army jungle hat, a sweater cap, five pairs of sandals, and a rain jacket. Commissioner of Police Hayatu Shaffa commended the officers for their swift response and urged residents to remain vigilant.