Police foil bandit attack, recover rocket launchers in Sokoto

The Sokoto State Police Command has foiled a planned onslaught by equipped bandits connected Tsabre Village successful Isa Local Government Area, recovering 2 rocket launchers and different items aft a weapon conflict with the attackers.

The incidental occurred astatine astir 1 americium on Friday, October 2, 2026, erstwhile a ample fig of equipped bandits reportedly entered the assemblage and began shooting sporadically, seemingly to origin panic among residents.

The constabulary said the Divisional Police Officer successful Isa rapidly mobilised tactical teams, including the Anti-Kidnapping Unit and the Violent Crime Response Unit, aft receiving a distress call.

The officers engaged the attackers successful a fierce weapon battle, forcing them to retreat into a adjacent wood with casualties, according to a connection by the command’s spokesperson, DSP Ahmad Rufai.

After the bandits withdrew, the constabulary searched the surrounding bushes and recovered 2 rocket launchers, 2 bare AK-47 magazines, a keypad Tecno telephone without a battery, a torchlight, an Army jungle hat, a sweater cap, 5 pairs of sandals and a rainfall jacket.

The Commissioner of Police, CP Hayatu Hassan Shaffa, praised the officers for their swift effect and bravery during the operation.

He reaffirmed the command’s committedness to protecting lives and spot crossed Sokoto State and urged residents to stay ...