The Kebbi State Police Command has reported the fatal shooting of one suspected armed robber and the arrest of another during an exchange of gunfire in a forest within the state.
The development was confirmed in a press statement released by the command’s spokesman, SP Nafiu Abubakar, on Tuesday.
The statement read, “On December 9, 2024, around 5:00 PM, a combined team of policemen and vigilantes from the Divisional Police Headquarters, Zogirma, were on a routine patrol along the Tilli/Durhella forest when they encountered two individuals, Gaboje Alhaji Bello, ‘m’, from Sabuwar Tunga village, Bunza LGA, and another individual. Upon being accosted, the suspects opened fire.
“In the ensuing exchange of gunfire, Gaboje was killed, while his accomplice, Wantude Alhaji Adure, ‘m’, from Ilorin, Kwara State, was apprehended. A locally-made pistol and one live cartridge were recovered from them.”
The state Commissioner of Police, Bello Sani, commended the officers for their bravery in combating crime, urging them to sustain their efforts in the fight against criminal activities.
He emphasised the command’s unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety and security of the peace-loving residents of Kebbi State.
Sani also directed the Divisional Police Officer to promptly transfer the case to the State Criminal Investigation Department for further investigation and legal proceedings.
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