The Katsina State police command has lost one officer during attempts by its operatives to foil bandits’ attack in Matazu Local Government Area.
The spokesman for the command,DSP Abubakar Aliyu confirmed the development on Monday.
He gave details of the incident thus” On April 5th, 2026, suspected armed bandits in large numbers, armed with dangerous weapons, blocked the Karadua–Musawa Road in Matazu Local Government Area, where they opened fire on an oncoming Volkswagen golf vehicle, fatally shooting two persons.
“Upon receipt of the report, a joint team of operatives comprising the Police, Military, Katsina State Community Watch Corps, and local vigilantes swiftly mobilised to the scene, dislodged the assailants, and evacuated the victims to a nearby hospital.
“The bandits subsequently regrouped and attempted to attack the Matazu Police Division. However, the officers on duty repelled the attack, successfully foiling their attempt and restoring normalcy to the area.
” Regrettably, one police officer lost his life in the line of duty during the encounter.
“The Commissioner of Police, CP Ali Umar Fage,has deployed additional operational assets to the area to strengthen security and prevent further attacks. An investigation has commenced with a view to apprehending the perpetrators.
“The Commissioner of Police commiserates with the families of the deceased victims and the fallen officer. He urges members of the public to remain calm and continue to cooperate with security agencies as efforts are
intensified to bring the culprits to justice.
“Further developments will be communicated in due course.”
