Crimes

Katsina police place N50m bounty on 2 bandits

The Katsina State Police Command has promised a N50 million reward to anyone with useful information that could lead to the arrest of two bandits, Modi Modi and Jan Kare.

The command, in a statement issued by its spokesman, Abubakar Aliyu, on Sunday, March 3, 2024, said the bandits were responsible for most of the terrorist attacks in Katsina State.

The police spokesperson said Modi Modi and Jan Kare (both males) were operating within Katsina State, particularly in the Kankara and Safana Local Government Areas of the state.

“The safety of the residents is of paramount importance; that is why we are making these commitments. We are taking decisive actions against criminal elements threatening peace and stability,” Aliyu noted.

Bandits kill village head, sons, 6 others in Katsina

He stated that the identity of the informant and the information provided would be treated with anonymity.

“All concerned citizens are encouraged to give us any relevant information that could assist the security agencies in apprehending the masterminds behind these heinous crimes of kidnapping and banditry in the state,” Aliyu added.

He further urged anyone with useful information to contact the command headquarters or call the numbers – 07015142112 and 08023871144.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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