The Zamfara police command said it repelled an attack by bandits in the Keta town of Tsafe LGA on Thursday in which several security guards, including hunters, were killed.

The police disclosed this in a statement by the command’s spokesman, Yazid Abubakar.

The spokesperson said that the police also neutralised a large number of bandits, including the notorious kingpin ‘Dan Mudale’, who had been terrorising Tsafe and its environs.

“At approximately 1540hrs, a good Samaritan reported that a large number of armed bandits had stormed Keta town with the intention of perpetrating inhumane acts.

“In response, a joint operation comprising of the Police Mobile Force, Counter Terrorism Unit, hunters, and Community Protection Guards mobilised and engaged the bandits in a fierce gun battle.

“Regrettably, one PMF personnel, four Community Protection Guard members, and two hunters made the ultimate sacrifice during the attack,” the police said.

The police said two hunters were receiving treatment at the Federal Medical Centre in Gusau.

The police reassured the people of the state of its total commitment to restoring peace and urged citizens to report any suspicious behaviour to the security agencies for prompt action.

(NAN)