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Bandits launch attack in Katsina State, abduct 55 women

Last updated: March 10, 2021 10:05 am
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Suspected bandits have launched a fresh attack on Katsalle Village in Sabuwa Area Council of Katsina State, abducting 55 women.

Similarly, another 10 women were abducted from Layin Mai Keke and Ungwar Tukur in the same area council.

Though the police are yet to make an official statement over the development, locals from the area reported that the bandits attacked the village around midnight on Monday.

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According to them, the bandits came on motorcycles armed with dangerous weapons.

The sources also said that when they heard the cries of women and children, they made efforts to rescue them but could not, due to the risk involved.

(Editor: Ifeanyi Mark)

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