The Nigerian joint security forces on Sunday, killed 32 bandits fleeing from Zamfara to Niger state.
The bandits had attacked a security post and shot five policemen who attempted to confront them, dead.
The incident occurred at Pangu Gari in the Rafi local government area of the State.
According to a security source, the armed bandits, who fled Zamfara state due to the ongoing military operation, had earlier wreaked havoc on the community.
“The bandits came in their large number with sophisticated weapons including rocket launchers after fleeing their camps at Danjibga and Munhaye in Tsafe local government area of Zamfara.
“They stormed the police station at Pangu Gari in Rafi LGA and killed five policemen during an exchange of gunfire.
“Immediately, a signal was received and a detachment of joint security forces was despatched. The troops on reinforcement successfully ambushed the marauding bandits while attempting to escape through Tegina axis.
“At least 32 of the bandits were killed, including their leaders, Karki Buzu and Yalo Nagoshi while another kingpin, Ali Kawaji sustained serious gun wounds,” the source said.
By PRNigeria
