In an effort of the command to salvage the state from all forms of crime and criminality, the command has recorded another significant operational breakthrough on 18th October 2026, at about 1242 hours, a large number of armed bandits invaded Gana Community in Bukkuyum Local Government Area of Zamfara State, shooting sporadically into the air and causing panic among residents.
In a statement signed by the command public relations officer DSP Yazid Abubakar said during the attack, the bandits abducted two persons, carted away six motorcycles, and rustled an unspecified number of sheep and goats.
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Upon receipt of the report, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), Bukkuyum Division, immediately mobilised Police tactical teams, the Community Protection Guard (CPG), and local vigilantes to the scene.
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Through the swift response and coordinated efforts of the joint security teams, the two abducted victims were successfully rescued unharmed, while the rustled livestock were recovered and returned to their rightful owners.
Meanwhile, the combined security teams have intensified efforts to track down and apprehend the fleeing perpetrators, as well as recover the stolen motorcycles.
The Commissioner of Police, Zamfara State Command, CP A. M Bello, PSC+, MNIPS, CCNP, commends the personnel and other security operatives involved in the operation for their prompt response and dedication to duty. He reassures residents of the Command’s commitment to protecting lives and property and urges members of the public to continue providing credible and timely information that could assist security agencies in preventing and combating criminal activities.