He added that 658 rustled animals were recovered.
“The bus, driven by one Dabo Filalawa, was attacked at Gidan Kifi village, near Kankara.”
The CP urged the people to continue to support the command and other security agencies in the state with timely information.
The police spokesperson said the suspects were in custody as investigation continued.
He disclosed that the commissioner also urged the officers to sustain the tempo.
The commissioner appreciated the IG’s efforts in improving the welfare of the officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force.
He said that two out of the 18 injured persons were later confirmed dead by a medical doctor while receiving treatment at the hospital.
The victims are said to have undergone medical examinations to ensure their well-being, and had been reunited with their families.
