Troops intercept bandits, kill 4, recover 3 rifles in Kaduna

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Troops of Operation Thunder Strike (OPTS) have killed four bandits and recovered three rifles in an ambush operation conducted by troops around Gwagwada, in Chikun local government area of Kaduna State.

Samuel Aruwan, Kaduna Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs confirmed this in a statement issued on Sunday in Kaduna.

Aruwan added that several other bandits were also injured in the confrontation with the troops during the ambush.

He said, “According to operational feedback from troops of Operation Thunder Strike (OPTS), intelligence was received on bandits movement from Katika village towards Antenna in Chikun LGA and in response to this, the troops laid an opportunity ambush at Antenna village.

“The bandits approached the location and eventually sprang the ambush. The troops opened fire as they entered the killing range.

“After the engagement, four of the bandits were confirmed dead, while several others escaped with gunshot wounds.

“Three rifles and one axe were recovered from the scene,” he added

The commissioner said Gov. Nasir El-Rufai commended the troops for swift action which led to the successful exercise and the elimination of the four bandits.

“Residents in the area are urged to report individuals seeking treatment for suspicious injuries by calling the Kaduna State Security Operations Room on 09034000060 or 08170189999,” Aruwan said.

Troops intercept bandits, kill 4, recover 3 rifles in Kaduna

Troops intercept bandits, kill 4, recover 3 rifles in Kaduna

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