About seven police officer and five other people were killed on Thursday, 6th of June, 2024, by Nigeria terrorists at Magarya village in the Zurmi Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
The State Commissioner of Police, Muhammad Shehu Dalijan, revealed that the communities were attacked by 300 terrorists.
The CP said,
“The bandits were not happy with our men who prevented them from carrying out their heinous act for over two years now.
“Since the deployment of police to the area, the bandits could not have a chance to attack the village.” The state police commissioner said more police personnel would be deployed in the area.
One Muhammad Yusuf, told the newsmen that the assailants invaded the village at about 5.10 am when people were preparing for subhi (morning prayer).
He stressed that the bandits also burnt two houses, a car and many silos.
“The bandits also rustled three camels and some cows, sheep and goats. However, they did not abduct anybody during the operation.
“When the bandits attacked the village, the occupants ran into the bush. When they returned, we took a head count and discovered that 12 people, including seven mobile policemen, were killed.
“This is the fourth time bandits are attacking our village. The first attack was two years after the deployment of a mobile police unit to the area. They attacked the village three times before the deployment of security personnel,” Yusuf said.
Another resident, Ibrahim Shehu, said many of the villagers had fled for fear of further attacks.
“The bandits had warned that they would come for another attack; hence the residents fled their homes. Some residents moved to Gusau, the state capital, while others went to nearby towns.
“We are terrified. And you know that these people are like animals. Since they promised to come back, it is better for us to leave the area for our lives. Very few people remained in the village,” he said.
The State Police PPRO, Yezid Abubakar said he was aware of the incident but would find out.
“At this moment, I don’t have this information but I will confirm from the command, I will get back to you,” [CONTINUE READING HERE]>>>>>
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