One terrorist was murdered during a Monday morning attack by terrorists on a police “Nipping Point” in Jibia Local Government Area of Katsina State.
Two police officers were reportedly hurt during the encounter but have been treated and released.
The development was confirmed by SP Gambo Isah, spokesman for the Katsina State Police Command.
He stated that the incident happened at the Magama/Hirji junction on the Katsina/Jibia Road around 4.30 am.
He said that a large group of terrorists had attacked the Police Nipping Point, but that the operators there had repelled the onslaught and killed a member of the terrorist gang as a result of their professionalism and bravery.
Many of the terrorists fled the area after being shot, Isah continued.
He further disclosed that one AK-47 rifle, cash, and other evidence were found at the location by the police.
He explained: He said, “At about 4.30 am, terrorists in their numbers, shooting sporadically with AK 47 rifles, attacked a police Nipping Point at Magama – Hirji junction, along Jibia – Katsina road. The policemen engaged the terrorists in a fierce gun duel and successfully repelled them.
“One of the terrorists was neutralised, and one AK 47 rifle was recovered with four magazines containing 90 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition of AK 47 rifles. Money and other exhibits were also recovered. Many of the terrorists escaped the scene with gunshot injuries.
“Two policemen sustained injury during the encounter. They were taken to Jibia hospital, treated and discharged. Search parties are still combing the area with a view of arresting or recovering more dead bodies on the terrorists. Investigation is ongoing.”
