The Kebbi State Police Command, working in collaboration with the military and other security agencies, has successfully foiled a cattle-rustling attack by suspected Lakurawa bandits in Bunza Local Government Area.

The bandits reportedly invaded Tungan Babu Lada village, where they shot and killed Usman Ferungu, a 35-year-old resident, before fleeing with stolen cattle.

Their escape was cut short following the swift response of a joint security team.

According to a statement issued by the command’s spokesman, SP Bashir Usman, the team led by the Divisional Police Officer of Kangiwa Division pursued the suspects and intercepted them at Garin Mayo Mine.

“A gun battle ensued during which one of the suspected bandits was neutralized, while four motorcycles believed to have been used by the criminals were recovered,” the statement read.

Authorities said the operation disrupted the activities of the criminal gang, prevented further attacks, and averted additional loss of lives.

The command reaffirmed its commitment to public safety, noting that aggressive patrols and intelligence-driven operations will continue across the state under the proactive policing strategy of Commissioner of Police Umar Mohammed Hadeija.

The police urged residents to support security agencies by providing timely and credible information, assuring the public of sustained efforts to deny criminal elements freedom of action in Kebbi State.