Police repel bandit attack in Sokoto, recover rocket launchers

Summary

Police in Sokoto State said they repelled a bandit attack on Tsabre village in Isa Local Government Area and recovered two rocket launchers.

Highlights

• The attack was said to have happened around 1 a.m. on Friday.
• Police spokesperson Ahmad Rufa’i said a large number of armed men entered the community and fired shots, causing panic.
• The divisional police officer in Isa mobilised tactical teams, including the Anti-Kidnapping Unit and the Violent Crime Response Unit, after a distress call.
• Police said the attackers fled into a nearby forest after a gun battle with security operatives.
• Recovered items also included two empty AK-47 magazines and other belongings found in the area.
• The police did not say whether anyone was killed or injured, and no arrest was announced.