The Katsina State Police Command has recorded another breakthrough in its sustained fight against crime, successfully foiling a suspected bandits’ attack in the Dandume Local Government Area.
The Command disclosed that on June 28, 2026, at about 6:30 p.m., a distress call alerted police to the movement of a large group of armed bandits riding motorcycles along the Kadisau–Sheme Road in Dandume LGA.
Acting swiftly, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) mobilised operatives of the Violent Crimes Response Unit (VCRU) alongside members of the Katsina State Community Watch Corps (KSCWC) to the scene.
The security team engaged the bandits in a fierce gun battle, forcing the criminals to flee into the bush due to the operatives’ superior firepower and tactical response.
The fleeing suspects abandoned two operational motorcycles and a machete, all of which were recovered as exhibits.
According to a statement issued on Monday by the Police Public Relations Officer of the Katsina Command, Abubakar Sadiq, efforts are ongoing to track down and arrest the fleeing suspects.
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Housewife Arrested
In a separate development, the Command arrested a 23-year-old housewife, identified as Sadiya Lawal, for allegedly attempting to murder her husband while he was asleep.
Police said that on June 29, 2026, at about 9:00 a.m., one Jamilu Ibrahim reported at the Central Market Police Division that his wife attacked him with a knife around 5:30 a.m. in an attempt to slit his throat.
The victim sustained a deep cut to the neck and was immediately rushed to a hospital, where he is currently responding to treatment.
Police operatives visited the scene, arrested the suspect, and recovered the knife believed to have been used in the attack.
The suspect remains in custody while the investigation continues and is expected to be charged in court upon its completion.
Commending the bravery and swift response of the DPO, VCRU operatives, and members of the Katsina State Community Watch Corps, the Commissioner of Police, Aliyu Fage, reaffirmed the Command’s unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property across the state.
The Police Commissioner also cautioned residents against domestic violence, urging families to resolve disputes through peaceful and lawful means.
He appealed to members of the public to continue supporting the Command with timely and credible information to enable prompt action against criminal elements.
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