Police foil kidnap attempt, rescue victim in Katsina
By Faith Awa Maji, Katsina
The Katsina State Police Command has thwarted kidnapping attempt on one of the residents of Masaku village, Kankara Local Government Area of the State.
According to a statement by the Police Image Maker, ASP Abubakar Sadiq “on November 4th, 2023, at about 1300 hrs, during a routine patrol, the command succeeded in thwarting a kidnapping attempt and rescuing a man, age 40, of Masaku village, Kankara LGA.
“On reaching Masaku village’s outskirts, the command’s operative encountered a distressing kidnapping situation with the victim in a perilous situation. Without hesitation, the officers responded promptly and decisively to the situation, effectively neutralising the threat and rescuing the victim.
‘The victim, who sustained a gunshot injury to his left thigh, was rushed to the hospital for immediate medical attention and is currently responding well to treatment.
‘Commissioner of Police, Katsina State Command, CP Aliyu Abubakar Musa, while commending the officers for an exceptional display of gallantry, re-emphasised the command’s commitment to ensuring the safety and security of the people of Katsina State and will continue to work diligently to ensure crime has been brought to the barest minimum in the State.
“He further urges anyone with useful information related to this incident or any other criminal activity to come forward and assist in the ongoing efforts to maintain law and order in the State. The investigation is ongoing.”
